I think of a lie surprisingly fast. "It's just a little shocking is all." I mean, it's not a lie; that's the last thing I expected him to say.
I've liked him for two stinking years and he's never once mentioned wanting to settle down. I had to deal with him hooking up with multiple girls and hearing about it around school. I grew used to it but that doesn't mean it didn't hurt. In fact, that's one of the main reasons I decided to start dating! He pressured me into doing it but my reasoning for agreeing had much to do with needing to get over him! Now he's telling me he's taking a break from the hookups, which means I could've gotten over him without forcing myself onto Eli.
I repress a sigh as I unravel my knife and fork. Who am I kidding? We all know I would've just fallen harder for hi
