Adian froze when Ethan confessed his love to her.
“I love you”. It was as if the world stopped running for a second. She stared at Ethan as she repeatedly remembered his words in her mind. She knew his love was real and genuine and that was the main reason why she was terrified because it didn't sound like an attachment or obligation.
Ethan didn't look away, he stared back at her softly. He didn't even try to soften his words or pretended he never meant it and somehow that made it more overwhelming.
The silence between them lasted longer painfully. It was filled with emotions that neither of them could take back now.
Ethan stepped closer slowly, his gaze still fixed on hers. He is genuinely staring at her in a lovely way which Adian really finds tempting.
“I didn't plan this. And if I
