35. Closer

Alfonso got silent for a moment upon hearing Siena’s words. Deep down, he really wished she was right, but he might be just too stubborn to admit it. Stubbornness and big ego, those were the source of problem in his family. His character wasn’t that different from his father’s and his grandfather’s character. They were just too proud of themselves to admit their true feelings.

Things were different with Siena. She was always honest and straightforward in expressing her feelings. Only to her could Alfonso tell the truth about his past. Why? Maybe because he felt comfortable, and Siena seemed to care about his problems. Or maybe because she already had a special place in his heart....

“Thanks, Cherry…. I wish you’re right. But I was also serious of what I said. I can see now, why my Grandfather was so close to you and your mother. We share almost the same story. We both lost our beloved