Back in the kitchen, Alyssa stopped trying to argue. She nodded, agreeing with Drew's request.
“Okay, Alyssa,” he began in a calm, neutral voice, “did you love me four years ago, when Ethan was conceived?”
“Yes.” Of course, I did. If only I'd said so.
“Did you mean to leave and never come back?”
She bit her lip at the pain in his eyes. “No.”
“Are you sorry I found you?”
“No.” How could I be?
“Do you want to be with me?” A hint of passion flared in his tone.
“Yes,” she stated emphatically. If only I could be sure it's what he really wants as well.
“Do you love me?”
Oh, that's hard. He's making me say what he needs to hear and not offering anything in return. Okay, time to be brave. Alyssa took a deep breath and finally told him the truth. “Yes, Drew. I love you.”
“Will you commit
