CHRIS
Lucy's sudden confession came as a surprise to me. It was no news that she was developing feelings, but I never expected her to open up to me so soon. The moment I had been waiting for was finally here and the weight of uncertainty that plagued me lifted. I gazed into her eyes with love and affection.
"Lucy," I said, my voice filled with emotions. "You don't know how happy I am to hear you say these words. I've loved you for as long as I remember and I've always wished that you felt the same way towards me."
A smile spread across her face as she reached out to caress my cheek. "I was afraid to admit my feelings to you, Chris, especially with the circumstances that surround us. I felt like I was betraying my father by being with you. But now I've realized that my heart belongs to
