Chapter Seventy
The sun was setting over the city as Chloe stood on the rooftop, taking in the view. The trial had been grueling, but it had been worth it. Justice had been served, and she felt a sense of pride and purpose.
As she turned to leave, Aiden approached her. His piercing blue eyes met hers, and a smile spread across his face.
“Hey, Chloe,” he said, his voice warm and inviting. “I’ve been thinking a lot about us, and I want to pick up where we left off.”
Chloe’s heart skipped a beat. Aiden was handsome, charming, and intelligent – everything she had ever wanted in a partner. But the trial had taken a toll on her, and she needed time to heal.
“Aiden, you know how much this trial has taken out of me,” Chloe said, her voice soft but firm. “I need time to be alone and rediscover myself.”
Aiden’s face fell, and Chloe could see the disappointment in his eyes. But she knew that she needed to prioritize her own well-being.
“I understand,” Aiden said, his voice tinged with sadness. “But just know that I care about you, Chloe. I want to be there for you, no matter what.”
Chloe’s heart swelled with affection for Aiden. She knew that he was sincere, but she also knew that she needed to be selfish and take care of herself first.
“I appreciate that, Aiden,” Chloe said, a small smile on her lips. “But I need to do this on my own. I hope you understand.”
Aiden nodded, his eyes locking with Chloe’s for a moment before he turned and walked away.
Chloe spent the next few days in solitude, taking time to reflect on her life and where she wanted to go from there. She was grateful for the opportunity to recharge and focus on her own needs.
But the silence was broken one evening when Liam called her up.
“Hey, Chloe. How have you been?” Liam asked, his voice warm and friendly.
Chloe’s heart skipped a beat. Liam was ruggedly handsome, with a charming smile that could light up a room. But he was also a bit of a wild card – unpredictable and spontaneous.
“I’m doing well, Liam,” Chloe said, trying to keep her tone casual. “How about you?”
“I’ve been doing okay,” Liam replied. “But I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately. And I was wondering if you’d like to go out with me sometime.”
Chloe felt a mix of excitement and apprehension. She had always been drawn to Liam’s free spirit, but she also knew that he could be impulsive and reckless.
“I don’t know, Liam,” Chloe said, hesitating. “I’m not sure if I’m ready to date again yet.”
Liam’s voice was soft and understanding. “I get that, Chloe. But I promise you, it’ll be fun. We can go somewhere low-key, just have a few drinks and catch up. What do you say?”
Chloe chewed on her bottom lip, mulling over the proposition. It had been a while since she had let herself have any fun, and Liam was certainly good at providing that.NôvelDrama.Org holds © this.
“Okay, Liam,” Chloe said, finally giving in. “Let’s do it.”
Liam whooped with joy. “Great! I’ll pick you up at 7 tomorrow. Dress casual, okay?”
Chloe giggled. “Okay, Liam. I’ll see you tomorrow.”
The call ended, and Chloe couldn’t help but feel a rush of excitement. Liam was certainly unpredictable, but that was part of his charm. She was looking forward to seeing where the night would take them.
Days turned to weeks, and Chloe continued to struggle with her feelings for both Aiden and Liam. She knew that she needed to make a decision soon, but the thought of choosing between them was overwhelming.
One evening, as she sat on her balcony, the sun setting behind her, a sudden realization hit her. Why choose? Why not go on a date with both men and see who she truly wanted to be with?
The thought made her heart race, and she couldn’t help but feel a sense of excitement at the prospect of seeing both men again. But then doubt crept in – what if they found out about each other? What if they both wanted nothing to do with her after that?
As she pondered these questions, her phone beeped with a message from Aiden.
“Hey, Chloe. How have you been? I hope you’re taking some time for yourself.”
Chloe smiled at the message, feeling a warmth in her chest. Aiden was always so thoughtful and caring.
“I’m doing okay,” she replied. “Just trying to figure some things out. How about you?”
“I’m good,” Aiden said. “Actually, I was wondering if you’d like to go out for dinner sometime. Just the two of us.”
Chloe’s heart skipped a beat. Aiden was asking her out on a date. But then she remembered her plan – she couldn’t just go out with Aiden, she needed to see Liam too.
“Actually, Aiden, I was thinking… what if we made it a group thing? You, me, and Liam?”
There was a pause on the other end of the line, and Chloe could sense Aiden’s hesitation.
“I don’t know, Chloe. That could be a bit… awkward.”
Chloe took a deep breath, steeling herself for what she was about to say.
“I understand that, Aiden. But I need to be honest with you – I’m still trying to figure out my feelings for both you and Liam. And I think the only way I can do that is by spending time with both of you.”
There was another pause, longer this time.
“Okay,” Aiden finally said. “I can see where you’re coming from. Let’s do it.”
Chloe breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a weight lifted off her shoulders. She was going to do this – she was going to go on a date with both men and figure out who she truly wanted to be with.
The next day, she messaged Liam with a similar proposal, and to her surprise, he was all for it.
“Great idea, Chloe,” he said. “I think it’s important that we all get some closure on this.”
And just like that, the date was set. Chloe was nervous, but also excited to see what the night would bring. Would she finally be able to make a decision between Aiden and Liam?
She has a conversation with Janet about her plans Chloe takes a deep breath as she dials Janet’s number. She knows that Janet will be her confidante and will give her the best advice. Janet picks up after a few rings, her voice clear and crisp through the phone. Chloe explains her dilemma, and Janet listens patiently, her voice filled with understanding and compassion.
“I understand how you’re feeling, Chloe. It’s okay to want to explore your options and see who you truly want to be with. But be careful not to hurt anyone’s feelings in the process,” Janet advises.
Chloe nods, knowing that Janet is right. She doesn’t want to hurt anyone, but she needs to figure out what she truly wants.
“I have an idea,” Janet continues. “Why don’t you go on a date with both of them and see how you feel afterwards? It might give you some clarity.”
Chloe’s heart races with excitement at the idea. It seems so simple, yet so daring. She knows that it might not be easy, but she’s willing to take the risk.
“Thank you, Janet. You always know how to make me feel better,” Chloe says, grateful for her friend’s wise words.
Janet laughs, “That’s what friends are for! Just promise me you’ll be careful, okay?”
Chloe promises, and they hang up the phone. As she sits on her balcony, the night sky filled with stars above her, Chloe feels a sense of peace settle over her. She knows that the road ahead won’t be easy, but she’s ready to take it on. She’s determined to find out who she truly wants to be with, and she’ll stop at nothing to make it happen.
As she got ready for the date, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of anticipation building inside of her. This was it – the moment of truth. She was going to figure out who she truly wanted to be
Then Aiden, Texted her saying he couldn’t come.
Oh shit! Did she just messed things up with Aiden