Chapter 47

I open my eyes, and with a single glance at her, I knew I chose the right thing. "I choose Rachel," I announce.

Rachel’s swollen eyes locked in mine almost immediately as I spoke. I saw the pain in her eyes and I felt it. I saw how badly she is hurting and I felt it. She has a hint of shock on her face; I too am. I never thought I will be standing in a position whereby I have to choose between John and Rachel but more importantly, I never thought I will choose Rachel. I’m not even going to regret choosing her, I feel good that I did that. Rachel isn’t supposed to be here in the first place, she doesn’t deserve to go through any of this. All this is my fault and I’m not letting her suffer because of me. But at the same time, I am worried about John.

A smile tear escapes Rachel’s eyes and I feel relieved; knowing that she gets it. I’m never letting her alone. My eyes still locked in hers, I felt a strange feeling; not the bad kind of strange but the good kind. It’s like a deep feeling