ELLIANA'S POV
As I rejected his advances, I could see the hurt in his eyes. I knew he was struggling with his feelings, and I felt sorry for him. But I also knew that I couldn't give him what he wanted.
"Please, just stop," I said, my voice desperate. "I'm not interested in you romantically."
He looked away, his shoulders slumping in defeat. "I understand," he said, his voice resigned. "I'm sorry for making you feel uncomfortable."
I nodded, and I felt a sense of relief.
I felt my anger rising as he continued to make advances towards me. I was trying to be polite, but I was starting to lose my patience.
"I've told you to stop," I said, my voice hard. "I'm not going to change my mind."
He looked at me, his eyes pleading. "Please, just give me a chance," he said, his voice desper
