I looked back at the almost anxious eyes of my friend. He was asking me to make this real. Did that mean our fake relationship? The sudden shift in our relationship? What did he mean? I was confused. I didn’t know what to say and as an awkward silence fell between us, Zaine stepped back a little, creating space between us. My body was suddenly missing the heat of his. My eyes searched my friend's face, but he gave nothing away, simply nodding slightly.
“I said too much, right?” He mumbled, moving for the door. Is that what he thought? Where was he going?!
I found myself frowning now. “Wait!” I exclaimed, reaching for his arm, desperately hoping to stop him in his step.
He turned to look at me. His expression was almost unreadable. “It is fine, Pres. I knew I was likely asking too much
