Raymond’s POV
As I drove to Ava’s house, my mind wouldn’t stop racing.
What are you going to say when you get there? a voice asked in my head. Won’t you look foolish?
I gripped the wheel tighter, shaking off the thought immediately
“No,” I muttered under my breath, refusing to entertain the doubt. I reached over and turned up the radio to drown out the noise in my head.
But the universe wasn’t on my side tonight, I guess
The radio presenter’s first words hit me like a slap, it was too straight and direct.
“You will look stupid when you keep chasing a woman who doesn’t want you.”
“What…No!” I shouted, slamming my palm against the wheel. “Bullshit!” I quickly turned off the radio, my chest tightening.
“She’s my first love,” I growled to no one but myself, as if the presenter could
