120 Rumors

Their hands remained intertwined, our fingers delicately tracing the contours of our shared memories. I felt the weight of Marcus' words, his vulnerability piercing my heart like a thousand tiny arrows. I understood the fragility of our second chance, the delicate balance between hope and the lingering pain of the past. "I know, Marcus," I whispered, my voice filled with tenderness. "I can't promise that there won't be challenges or moments of doubt, but I promise to be patient, to be understanding. I'll tread lightly and hold your heart with the utmost care. Losing you again is a thought I can't bear." My tears continued to flow, my emotions cascading like a waterfall. "I want to believe in us, Marcus," I confessed, my voice quivering. "But I need time to heal, to find the strength within me to trust again. Can you give me that?" Marcus nodded, his eyes never leaving mine. "Of course, Lala. Time is a precious gift, and I'll give you all that you need. We'll take this jo