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It hurts

Molly

I smiled when he said he was sorry not because I was okay but because that was the only way to assure him that I was. I was reacting to everyone that's why I moved closer to him but deep down I know I can't be with him anymore.

Our love has been tested and I don't think I would want to go on with him. I can't look at him and know that I am the reason he couldn't live with his dad and I caused havoc between a dad and his son. And I know he will always look at me and remember his dad. I can't live with that.

"Alex don't be like this. I am not hurt. I am also sorry. Sorry I couldn't defend myself."

With that I took my purse and walked out of the place. I was leaving for good. Going home to sleep. I am going to my dad. I am going to cry my eyes out. Without warning, everything between Alex and I is over....

***

Dad was still having the meeting when I got home. Exactly why he missed the party. It was an online meeting and I didn't know when it will end. I stood in the doorway and smiled at him. Without hesitating, he closed his laptop and I met him halfway. I couldn't keep it in anymore. I wrapped my arms tightly around him and started crying. I had experienced the worse day. I need him now more than ever.

"Dad, he tried again. He almost had his way with me. I was going to be r***d again. If Alex had not come there, I don't want to even think of it. He didn't regret."

Just like daddy, he didn't say anything, he just held unto me and I missed Alex almost immediately. He was just like dad. He knew exactly when to talk and when not to. Like this evening, he didn't try to follow me. He gave me that space I needed. I can't believe I am missing him already. I will pull through. I just hope he overcomes the pain and moves on.

I can't go out with the son of the man who r***d me. Because of me they got separated. How dad is a criminal because of me.

Alex

"Molly didn't spend the weekend here. Her phone is off and uncle Asamoah said she is alright." Ashley told me.

I was confused, she was unavailable and didn't even care to contact any of us. Seriously! She wasn't self centered so what is wrong. I have not slept the past days, I was always up waiting for a call or a text from her but none. I can't go another day without her.

"Ash please can I have the home address of her dad?"

"No, if she wants you to have it, she will give it to you. Just go to work"

"Do I look like I can do any work today? I need to speak to her. Ashley please"

"Stop putting me in the uncomfortable spot. You are making things difficult. Just leave, please"

I looked around and then noticed Molly's car was parked there. Which meant she was around. Why didn't she want to see me. I didn't do anything wrong . I don't understand her now.

"Both of us know I need to speak to your cousin urgently. Please. Should I kneel before you know I am serious." I said.

I could feel the tears gather within me. Men don't cry, I reminded myself.

"She doesn't want to see you. Just leave." She said and went back inside.

I knew I wasn't leaving this place unless I see her. I would miss work just to talk to her. Hours passed and she still didn't come out to see me. It was almost noon when Ashley brought me some snacks.

"I don't need any food. I need to speak with Molly. Please." I pleaded with her.

"She wants you to have this."

"But this is not what I want." I said and put the snacks aside

I saw the look of pity on Ashley's face. If she really felt that way then she should let me see Molly. I can't survive another day without her.

"Molly please just five minutes of your time." I shouted.

I didn't even know I was on the verge of breaking down. Tears just came freely. I didn't care that Ashley was there, my heart is bleeding. It hurts badly. I hate my dad for all this. He caused it.

"Alex please don't be like this. She will definitely get back to you soon."

"How soon Ashley, how soon. I can't wait anymore. Another day without her will kill me." I said.