Chapter Eighty-eight

As they sat there in silence, Chloe knew that things would never be the same. She had to make a choice, and it wasn't going to be an easy one.

As Chloe bid farewell to Liam, her heart sank with sadness. Liam had been a constant in her life, but she knew it was time to move on. She focused on her relationship with Aiden, enjoying their time together, but Liam lingered in her thoughts.

One day, as she strolled through the park, Chloe heard a familiar voice calling her name. She turned to see Liam approaching her, his face determined.

"Chloe, we need to talk," Liam said, his voice firm. "There's something I need to tell you."

Chloe's stomach tightened with unease. She knew this conversation wouldn't be easy. "What is it?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady.

Liam took a deep breath, steeling himself for what he was about to say. "I'm not over Samantha," he said, his voice low and strained.

Chloe felt a pang of sadness for Liam. She knew how much Samantha had meant to him. "I know,