Chapter 43 The Crossroads of Emotions

"Why?" Marcus's voice was filled with disbelief, as if his heart had been struck. "You're joking, right?" He tried to disguise his anxiety with a casual tone, but his eyes betrayed his worry. He smiled, then reached out to gently touch Yvonne's hand, trying to close the distance between them. "Yvonne, take back what you just said, please? I can't stand not seeing you. Without you, I'd go crazy!" His voice was full of pleading; he couldn't imagine life without Yvonne. Yvonne's throat felt tight and sore. Her heart felt like it was being gripped tightly. She wiped away her tears, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself. "Marcus, not long ago, I…" Her words stopped abruptly. She couldn't continue. The painful memories surged up, making it hard for her to breathe. She couldn't say it. She couldn't pretend nothing had happened. Even though it was due to drugs and not her will, her heart was struggling, unsure how to face it all. "I know, but so what? It's not your fault. You