440 I loved you, and still loves you. (1/2)
”It took me a long time to realize that, didn't I?” A heavy sigh escaped from Morris Liu's mouth as the side of his lips ironically curled upward. ”So, I'm sorry,” he added.
”Brother Mo,” Lexi lifted her head up and shook it sideways as she pursed her lips. ”I already forgave you for everything. What happened before, both of us learned a lesson which made us both stronger as an individual. So, thank you.” she said, followed by a meek yet genuine smile.
”It has been hard for both of us…” Lexi took a step forward without a second hesitation. ”Brother Mo, I forgave you so please, forgive yourself.” Slowly, Lexi raised her arm and reached out for his hand. It was cold with beads of sweats on his palm, showing that he was probably nervous this whole time.
The moment her hand touched his, Morris Liu momentarily stiffened. He had been avoiding to make any physical contact with her, and yet, he could not shrug her gentle hands away. He knew the longer he could feel her warmth, the more he would desire for more.
”Lexi…”
”Gosh, if I didn't know any better, I would think your hand was the hand of a dead person.” Interrupting him to whatever he would say, Lexi humored to lighten up the atmosphere.
”Brother Mo, you know that I loved you, right?” Staring at his pale hand with his veins bulging beneath his skin, she smiled. On the other hand, Morris Liu remained silent as he let her thumb mildly rubbed the back of his hand.
”And you will always be a part of my life.” Slowly, Lexi raised her head again to see the pair of emotional eyes staring down on her. ”Our relationship as lovers might have ended a long time ago but, I hope when the time comes, we could be good friends.” All the words that came out from her mouth originated straight from her heart.
Indeed, no matter how much he hurt her in the past, or how Lexi loved him so dearly, Morris Liu would always be a part of her life. Hence, if he ever moved on and found his own happiness, Lexi was more than willing to accept him as her friend… or, a big brother; just like their initial relationship before it escalated to them being engaged.
”I know someday, you will find your happiness.”
Morris Liu peered at her kind heart that reflected in her eyes. He remained silent for a moment before he slowly pulled his hand away from her.
”I'm sorry, but I think that would be impossible.” Morris Liu mildly shook his head as he responded. As usual, although he sounded cold, his tone had a touch of gentleness. Thus, Lexi was more confused than upset about his response.
”Brother Mo,”
”Lexi, I loved you… and still loves you.” Without further ado, Morris Liu stated. He didn't even blink an eye as he confessed. Even so, there was this invisible line he clearly drew between them.