Chapter 154 - Letting go (1/2)

Tiana took in a deep breath caressing her temples; she couldn't even think straight;

'' don't worry, you can think about it, okay? I'm not asking you to be my girlfriend; I'm just asking that you give me a chance to be close to you, to help you heal. ''

This was too much for one day; Tiana felt dizzy all of a sudden;

She steadied herself before opening her eyes;

''Liam, I'll think about it and get back to you, can we go now?''

She asked, already tired and overwhelmed by everything that was happening.

''Sure; ''Liam spoke standing up and taking her hand, aiding her to stand erect.

When he was sure she was steady, they walked out of the park.

Tiana didn't speak for once throughout the journey home. She was in deep thoughts.

Liam was right, Nicklaus was already seeing someone else, there was no need waiting for him.

Her throat tightened as realization dawned on her;

Even though she had refused to accept that she had been waiting for him to come back, right now at that moment, she realized it was the reason she was still sad after all, she had been earnestly and stupidly waiting for him. But there was no need to wait anymore; he had moved on, she should move on too.

Tiana took in a deep breath.

Letting go of Adrian was not half as hard as this. Why was Nicklaus different?

''You live alone? ''

Liam asked as he stopped in front of her house; Tiana looked towards the house and shook her head;

''I live with my sister, but she's in New York now. ''

''Oh, okay. ''

He replied and stepped out to the other side, helping her out.

'' don't cry anymore, okay? ''

He consoled; gazing tenderly at her;

Tiana nodded; ''Thank you for today, I really appreciate it. ''

''You don't need to thank me, what are friends for?''

Liam smiled and Tiana pursed her lips;

''Make sure to lock your doors, and switch off your lights okay? ''

Tiana nodded; ''Okay. I'll be going in now, drive safely. ''

''Mm… '' Liam replied but he did not move from in front of her;

Tiana raised her eyes to him curiously, wondering why he was still not moving;

''You… do you perhaps need a hug? ''

Liam asked boldly and Tiana's eyes widened; then she looked to her feet;