For the first time in a long while, I woke up without feeling like I had to choose between two worlds.
Adrian had asked me to give him a real chance.
Not a promise.
Not a bond.
Just a chance.
And I had said yes.
That morning, I found him waiting outside the garden with two cups of tea.
He held one out to me.
“You look suspicious.”
I took it.
“Why?”
“You’re staring at me like I poisoned it.”
“I wouldn’t put it past you.”
He laughed.
“That’s hurtful.”
I took a sip.
“It’s good.”
“I know.”
“You’re very proud of yourself.”
“I have many talents.”
I rolled my eyes, but I smiled.
That was what I liked about Adrian.
He never tried to make me forget my problems.
He simply reminded me that I could still laugh despite them.
Over the next few days, we spent more time together.
