Back and forth over the floor, back and forth. I looked over at Maria, she waited patiently for me, looked at me with trust in those beautiful eyes. For a moment, for a little moment, I had allowed myself to believe that she could love me. Not because of a destiny, not because of my position, but for who I was! I allowed myself to think that I could put the past behind me, but I had been a fool! Considering how careless I had been before, I was surprised that no one had ripped me apart yet! I had wanted someone to, but no one let me of so easily! I stopped in front of her and cried out "I don't know how to explain ..." She got up and took my hands "I don't want to take her place, I want my own! I want to be loved for who I am!" Her voice shook lightly and I understood what she thought! I e
