" I'm afraid that's not possible as I have other things to attend to, " She said politely.
" You're sad and lonely, aren't you? " He blurted out, staring deep into her eyes. Ava felt he could see through her soul.
Her eyes flickered, a subtle interplay of emotions dancing within their depths. She seemed to wrestle with conflicting impulses, torn between letting him in or maintaining the barrier she had carefully erected.
" I appreciate your concern, but I can't... " Her voice trailed off, a veil of reticence settling over her features.
" I won't push if you don't want me to " Bryan assured her, sensing the fragility of the moment. " But know that if you ever need someone to talk to, I'll be here "
Ava looked confused, how did he expect her to find him even if she wanted to open up
