Chapter 23: Torn Feelings

Louis had been trying to move on from Beth, but it seemed like the universe was conspiring against him. Everywhere he went, he saw reminders of her - her smile, her laugh, her sparkling eyes. He couldn't shake off the feeling that he had lost his chance with her, and it was eating away at him. One day, as he was working late in the office, he stumbled upon a conversation between Michael and another intern. They were talking about Micheal's new relationship, and how happy he was with his new girlfriend. Louis' heart sank as he realized who that girlfriend was - Beth. "I can't believe it," the intern was saying. "Michael, you and Beth are perfect for each other. You look so in love." Louis felt like he had been punched in the gut. He couldn't breathe, couldn't think. All he could do was stumble out of the office and into the nearest bar. He ordered drink after drink, trying to dull the pain, but it only seemed to make it worse. As the night wore on, he found himself calling Beth's n