Chapter 93

Alton's POV

Solana always keeps her distance.

Whenever I take a step closer, she always takes a step back, trying to escape from me. But I won't give up; I'll keep pursuing her until she finally gives in and acknowledges her true feelings.

I know she's trapped by the pain and fear caused by our past, so I will help her erase those burdens.

I want to help her heal because I'm tired of watching her suffer from a distance, healing on her own.

"How's it going, man?" Sebastian asked when I visited his bar.

He offered me a drink, and I accepted, downing it in one gulp.

"No progress, man," I confessed, referring to my situation with Solana.

Sebastian tapped my shoulder and took a seat beside me.

"Are you giving up?" he asked, teasingly.

I turned to him and shook my head, taking a sip of my drink before gazing at the crowd.

"I won't do that, man. I know deep down inside Solana still has feelings for me; she's just afraid to accept it and acknowledge her emotions," I said, filled with determin