I answered his call. I listened to Ely's voice on the phone, my heart couldn't help but flutter with a mix of excitement and anxiety. It had been a while since we spent time together, just the two of us. But I needed to be strong, to show him that I could move on from these feelings that were tearing me apart.
"E-Ely? Why did you call?" I stammered, trying to keep my voice steady.
"Well, is it bad to call my best friend?" he replied with a hint of playfulness.
Best friend. That was all I ever was to him, and that was all I could ever be. My heart sank a little, but I forced a smile. "Of course not, you are welcome to call me anytime, Ely," I said, trying to sound casual.
Ely seemed to be in a good mood, and I could almost imagine the smile on his face. "That is good, okay, I know you'r
