A Brand New Ending

Chapter 24

Braeden



"Goodbye Braeden," is all I hear as she retreats back to the hospital.

I remain planted, my mind frozen. This wasn't how we were supposed to end. Things hadn't even really started. Then I spring forward, my body in full action. When I catch up to her I know that we are extremely close and within the eyes of the security cameras, but I don't care. I reach out for her hand and lock my fingers in with her, her eyes widening instantly.

"Braeden, they will see," she says, her voice in a panic.

"I don't care," I admit, my tone harsh. "Do you not understand the feelings I have for you?" She remains silent. I hold up both our hands, our finger intertwined."Tell me you don't feel that and I will leave you alone. Forever."

I can see tears forming, her eyes becoming glossy. Reaching up with my free hand I touch her jaw gently and I feel her face lean into it slightly.

"I'm sorry," I say as I lean into her, placing my lips gently on hers. I keep my eyes open to watch her reaction, noticing that hers close instantly. I wait for her to panic but it never comes. I pull back, her eyes opening instantly. Now I see the fear. The panic.

Shit. Her fingers pull from mind, her fingers tracing the line of her lips. A small smile develops behind her hand.

"I'm so sorry," she says, her voice in a panic.

And just like that she runs off again.