I could lie to anyone in this world, but the only person I don’t want to lie to is Christopher. He was the first person who had treated me with kindness. Even though he’s two years younger than me and would sometimes behave like a boy trying to get his way, he has always tried his best to treat me well, adore me and protect me.

 

“I want you, no matter how you are. Eve, look at me.” Christopher held my chin so that I would meet his gaze. “You’re the only woman that I want in my life.”

 

into his eyes. They were like the deep sea glittering with starlights, pulling me in. Sincerity was evident in his facial expression as he gazed at me, willing me to believe his

you anymore? I feel soiled.” I raised my head and let the tears fall from the corner of my eyes. I’m grateful that there’s a man in this world who is willing

rest of my life with.” Christopher sighed and placed me on the bed. “You’re not emotionally stable right now. Get

stay here with me?” I

here with you.” Christopher peppered kisses on my

sleep would evade me that night. Yet, as I lay on his chest listening to his strong heartbeat,

 

I saw myself lying naked in the

by Christopher’s comforting warmth and scent, I realized it was merely a nightmare. I turned and silently

weakest and most useless thing a person could do. However, crying was all

 

suffered a burn. So why are you crying even though you’re in my arms now?” Christopher rubbed his face against mine

had a nightmare again, but it felt so real this time. Perhaps it wasn’t a dream, but

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