Chapter 26 Moments Not Commitments

Olivia's POV I couldn't believe Damien's words. "Why are you so quick to judge me? Without hearing me out?!" His accusatory tone hung in the air, cutting through the fragile remnants of our relationship. I felt a chill run down my spine, a stark realization that the foundation I had built in my mind was nothing but a mirage. "Why, Damien?" I pleaded, my voice barely above a whisper. "I've been trying for sevn years. Seven years of us, or so I thought. Can't you see what this means to me?" He scoffed, his eyes cold and distant. "Because your words are meaningless, Olivia. You say things, but actions speak louder. And yours? They scream cunning." His words pierced through me like a dagger. I felt exposed, as if he had unveiled a truth I desperately tried to deny. "Damien, please, let me explain. I've been patient, hoping you'd see us the way I do." He crossed his arms, a smug smirk playing on his lips. "Words are just empty promises unless backed by actions. You talk about '