GEMMA
It was bold of Elias to think we were friends simply because he stood up for me and apologized. It wasn't that easy. But, I wasn't angry.
For some reason, the thought of actually becoming something more crossed my mind. But, I killed it before it could blossom. One apology couldn't fix the heartbreak and embarrassment at that moment.
Nate found me when I got surrounded by obviously jealous women. He gracefully parted the crowd and they bowed as he took my hand.
"Seems you're not the only one people are after tonight," he commented.
I huffed a breath. "This is different. They hate me, not adore me." I countered.
"There's a thin line between hate and love. I sincerely believe they're the same, just on different ends of the spectrum." He said. I hadn't noticed where he was leading
