Chapter 784

"It's okay," Nathaniel said with a smile. Although he tried hard to sound relaxed, he still sounded a bit awkward. Then they each went their separate ways. Elis thought that would be the end of it, but later that night, Nathaniel called her again. Elis was groggy and picked up the phone without checking the caller ID. "Who is it?" "It's me, Eli." "Nathaniel?" "Yes." Elis turned on the lights and glanced at the clock. It was just after 1:00 am. "Is there something urgent?" Elis wondered why he would call so late at night. "Eli, I've been thinking a lot about what you said today." Elis couldn't recall exactly what she had said, but Nathaniel continued, "First of all, thank you for being honest with me. I know you have someone in your heart, but if you don't mind, I'd like to wait for you." "Nathaniel..." "No matter when, I'm willing to wait for you." Nathaniel seemed afraid of being rejected, his voice carrying a hint of helplessness and shame. "I missed my chance after high s