“No, I don’t blame you.” She sniffed.
Today, she finally spoke out about the feelings she had been hiding for ten years. She never imagined that she would confess to him in such a circumstance.
Neither of them wanted to break their friendship, but at this point, it was all out in the open.
Sheena sniffled and apologized, “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t do this to you.”
Carle shook his head hurriedly. “No, It’s my fault. I shouldn’t make you unhappy today.”
Sheena shook her head and sighed quietly, “I don’t blame you. It’s just that… Sometimes, I can’t hold back my feelings for you. I know you like Liz, but I can’t hide my feelings for you, and I don’t want to.”
Sheena was more firm in her words. She was more blatant in expressing herself this time, as she did not care if their friendship was ruined. Since Carle knew how she felt, there was nothing else holding her back. She knew her confession was lacking, but she still felt relieved after spewing out her feelings.
Sheena sighed quietly, “People will meet hardships throughout their lives. Carle, I know how you feel and know how much it hurts. But… love comes in all forms. You don’t have to be together to call it love. Letting go is also a part of loving. Everything else is just selfishness.”
Sheena took a breath and continued, “After your accident, I told Liz to consider dating you. Although I wanted you for myself, I loved you more than I loved myself. I didn’t want to wrong you or make you sad, so I kept quiet about my feelings. I wanted to make you happy, but… I just couldn’t hide my feelings anymore. Carle, think it through. If this continues, I fear Liz will distance herself more and more. Do you really want to see that happen?”
“I…” Carle could not say anything.
Sheena smiled bitterly. She wiped the tears off her face and stood up. “Carle, I’ve said everything I wanted. I will leave you to ponder it. If we were competing for who’s the biggest loser, I’m sure you won’t win. At least your parents love you, and you have a good family background. On the other hand, my parents are still pushing me to go to marriage meetings. Do you know how it feels to go meet other men when I have someone I truly love?”
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