Alicia was looking everywhere to avoid Bryan’s eyes.
“Does it matter now,” she said softly, “I mean… how I feel about you? Why talk about something that doesn’t matter?”
Bryan didn’t let her run from the question. He reached over gently, cupping her face, turning her head until her eyes met his.
“I love you, Daniella Smith,” he said. “That is what matters. But I won’t force you. I will still stick to our deal. After these three days, I’ll try to stay away from you. I know it’s going to be difficult… but I’ll try. And if I can’t…” he paused, letting the words sink in. “I will come back. This time around, I’ll win your heart.”
He leaned down and pressed a kiss to her forehead. Then he opened the passenger side door, motioning with his hand.
Her fingers curled into her palm as she steppe
