David's eyes lingered on Katherine’s face, searching for a sign, a glimmer of hope amidst the storm of her emotions. His fingers tightened gently around her hand, and before she could pull away, he lifted it to his lips, pressing a soft kiss on her knuckles.“Katherine,” he began, his voice tender, “there’s something I’ve been wanting to tell you for a long time.”She looked at him, confusion and curiosity mingling in her tear-streaked eyes. “What is it, David?”He took a deep breath, his gaze unwavering. “Ever since I found you that night, I’ve been thinking about you. I’ve been...falling for you.”Her eyes widened, and she opened her mouth to speak, but he gently squeezed her hand, urging her to let him finish.“I didn’t want to say anything before because I didn’t want you to think I was just trying to get close to you for...other reasons,” he said, his voice steady. “I know you’ve been through so much, and I didn’t want to add to your burden.”Katherine’s breath hitched, and she f
Last Updated : 2024-05-31 Read more