Chapter 278

“Shit, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have done that. I shouldn't push you. This is your decision and you need to be in control. Happy birthday my little rose,” he said with a soft smile.

And with that said, he turned on his heels and went back to the BBQ. I stood there in shock for a little while, as my thoughts ravaged my mind. Why did he just stop? Oh heck, was it because I didn't get into the kiss? Was it because I wasn't any good? As my thoughts and feelings of insecurity began to overwhelm me, a sweet voice said,

“Hey, there you are, are you okay?”

“Huh? Yeah, I'm fine,” I replied with a stutter as I snapped out of my thoughts and turned to face Cassie.