Chapter # 31

...I pledged myself to you, only to find out that you are not the one I strive for. That, you are not the one I loved...

Evelyn POV:-

Becoming tensed and afraid by each passing second, I continued to live my life as if I am perfectly fine. Being tormented by this affliction, I am smiling radiantly. I just want this to end. This is causing me to crumble.

Who is this and why is he or she doing it? Can’t I live happily?

"Evelyn?" I snapped from my thoughts and looked at Lawrence who called my name worriedly.

"Yes?" I spoke in my usual sweet tone.

“Where are you lost? Did you hear what I said?” He asked softly, holding my hand, rubbing circles over it.

“I am sorry, I was.. Lost in thoughts. What were you saying?” I asked innocently, hoping he might not be angry due to my lack of attention.

"What happened? You are so lost nowadays." He said, concerned about me.

"It's nothing." I smiled and put my head over his shoulder. He took my other hand too in his, giving it a tight reassuring squeez