Nodding, he took my hand in his, running his thumb over my knuckles. “I should have, and I'm sorry that I didn't. I thought…I thought I was protecting you, but I was stupid, Evie. If I had known…fuck, if I'd known I would have never hidden this from you.”
“I know,” I said with a small smile.
I stood up, walking over to the window. It was so beautiful outside, the type of day you just want to enjoy with your loved ones outside.
Nathan walked up behind me, turning me around and cupping my face in his hands.
“I'm so sorry, Evelyn,” The apology cut straight through my heart..
“It's not your fault, Nathan. I just wish things were different…”
Nathan swallowed, leaning in and kissing me. I sighed, closing my eyes at the tender touch. It wasn't passionate, it wasn't the type of kiss that makes you want to take off all your clothes. It was the type of kiss that's heart-wrenching. The type of kiss that you give when there are no words to express the sorrow and guilt felt.
A kiss full of uncertainty.
I broke it off, remaining with my eyes closed.
“You were right about one thing, though,” I whispered, swallowing.
“What is it?”
I gave him a sad smile, running my fingers through his hair one last time.
“It is time for us to take a little break.”