Chapter 18

MARA'S POV “How to save your heart?” I rush in keeping my phone from Alex. “Why are you peeping in my phone?” I hissed. He just chuckled. “Come on Mara! I often do that but you never reacted like that.” His brow creased. “Wait Mara, why are you reading that?” “I just saw it on my newsfeed.” I look away from his stare. “I know you, Mara. Spill it out!” I heave a heavy sigh. I guess I can't keep it from him. “I just think I need some savings. My heart I mean.” “I thought he already told you that he loves you?” “Yes. But I just don't want to hope for too much.” I got shocked when Alex suddenly face me. I felt a bit shy when his face was too close to mine. “If you need to save your heart, you know I'm just here willing to do the saving.” He said in a serious tone. My tears started to form in my eyes. I wasn’t able to control myself anymore. I hug him and started to cry. I felt him hugging me back. It's so comforting. This is what I like about Alex. He’s always