Chapter 11

Evan

I looked up from my hands at the most beautiful woman and I was so broken. What can I do but tell her the truth and hope she understands why. “Lizzie thank you so much for telling me all of that. I know that wasn’t easy! I want to explain to you why I stormed out when I first met you. I want you to understand why…” I let my voice trail off. How will I find the words? Andre is still pacing in my mind. “Just tell her. She told you what you wanted to know now don’t be a chicken shit!”. “Wow dude harsh! This is harder than it looks!” I almost screamed at him out loud but caught myself in time. Lizzie was so patient as I fought with her and tried to find a way to tell her. I took a deep breath and started again, “This is hard for me to talk about, and I want to give you the same respect you showed me by sharing your story.” She reached across the space between us and put her hand on mine. The sparks between us ignited across my skin! I wanted to pull her close and hold