I winced in shock as he powerfully shattered the glass with his bare hands following my harsh accusations. Blood dripping from his injured hands, he gazed at me through tear-filled eyes, saying softly, "I love you, Victoria." My frustration boiled over, "God, why can't you see it?" "Why are you the only one who doesn't understand?" he exclaimed, a mix of anger and heartache in his voice. "Would any guy go to such lengths for someone they merely pity?" he questioned. "Do you think I brought you here if not because I'm deeply in love with you?" he asked earnestly. "I adore you, I need you," he confessed, his voice trembling with emotion. "I can't pretend to no longer care," he choked out between sobs. "It hurts me when I see you smile at Kaden or when you blush around others," he admitted. "Just tell me you'll be mine, Victoria," he pleaded, stepping closer and gently cupping my face with his unharmed hand. He was right; I had fallen for him, that arrogant person from our initial encounter. And now, in this moment, I couldn't deny it. "I...I love you, Lewis, more than words can express," I sobbed, my voice faltering with emotion.
