Chapter 235

Taylor's eyes narrowed, his panic growing with each passing second. His voice cracked as he choked out the words, "Nat, I'm so sorry." Natalie said nothing. Gently, Taylor used his calloused thumb to brush away her tears. His brows were furrowed together as he said, "I was just so angry. Seeing you with Matthew tore me apart. It hurt so bad. I should've controlled myself. I shouldn't have forced you." The more he spoke, the harder she cried. Soon, his thumb was no longer enough to dry her tears. A wave of panic washed over him. He pulled out a tissue, wiping Natalie's tears as he said, "If you don't want me to touch you, I won't. Just please don't cry, okay?" Natalie swatted his hand away then got up from the couch and headed for the stairs. Taylor followed in silence. After going upstairs and into her bedroom, she turned to look at him standing outside. "I need some time alone, okay?" she asked. Taylor was momentarily stunned before replying, "Okay. I'll make dinner and cal