Alice’s POV
I nodded slowly, my voice catching in my throat as I sniffled. “He needed help to get the attention of a girl he likes... and I needed a distraction from Brian.”
Jane let out a soft “Awwwn,” before pulling me toward her. She guided my head to rest gently on her shoulder. “You really like him that much, huh?”
I nodded against her chest, the ache still raw in my chest.
Leah’s voice came softly. “So... what did he do now?”
I exhaled shakily. “I don’t think I’m the one,” I murmured. “You know that saying? When it’s the right person, you fight for it—you do whatever it takes.”
A tear slid down my cheek. I didn’t bother to stop it.
“Brian... he’s scared. Scared to commit. Scared to feel again. And I’ve tried. God, I’ve tried. But I’m tired.” My voice broke slightly. “I know le
