CHAPTER 141

  Kara

  Derek made me look at him. He took my chin and lifted it so I could see him in the eyes.

  "Enough of saying that. Okay?"

  "But I... "

  "Kara. Look. I know what you feel for him. I always knew, and I know nothing changed between Stefan and you. I also know that my brother loves you. I'm not stupid. I'm not angry. It hurts me, but I can't be mad at you for loving him. Maybe I've demanded too much by asking you to marry me. I want to be with you, Kara, but I can't be the person who pushes you into something you don't want. I think it's best if we postpone the wedding plans, Kara. You have a lot to think about, and I think it will take time."

  "I don't want to postpone the wedding plans. I want to marry you," I denied.

  "I know you want to marry me, but you don't feel it, Kara. You do it because you want to forget about him, and that's not fair."

  "Then are you breaking up with me, Derek?"