Chapter 155 : Ashes

"I.. I can't do it.." Elric muttered, more to himself than to the woman standing in front of him.

Melissa was still frozen in place and her face was completely flushed. When Elric had pulled her into his embrace she was sure he was going to kiss her, and every fiber of her being screamed at her. But for some reason his lips brushed right passed hers and he ended up kissing her cheek instead. Had he sensed that she didn't want to kiss him?

"Elric are you-"

"What is going on with us?" He whispered, his hands firmly griping her waist. "I love you Lissa I know I do!" This time his voice rose making the redhead tense up, "I love you, I feel it every time I'm near you but why can't I..."