17

Chelsea

It took every vein in my body not to break down as I told Aldrich to stay away from me. I couldn't fathom how I was feeling at that moment, but I knew I was feeling immense pain in my chest.

It's for dad. He's happy now, you shouldn't come between that.

I tried to convince myself as I bore the ache, preventing myself from crying. If I kept crying, it would be hard for me to move past the hurdle.

“So you were really serious about me staying away from you.” Aldrich said one afternoon when we crossed paths in the living room, a few days after the incident. I ignored him, deciding not to utter a word.

“We are just going to keep denying what we feel for each other since our parents are involved. It's not so fair.” He said in almost a Whisper, but I heard him.

“Fine, have it your way Chelsea Engels. Your wishes shall be my command.” He said before walking away.

It's been over a week since that day, and I have barely seen Aldrich face to face. He stayed true to his words and avoi