Page 130 of Twisting You

“I think we should still go away after school ends.” Alec grinned. “Someone has to protect you from yourself.”

I laughed, but it came out more as a choke. “Aren’t you just extremely nice?” I joked, but my voice was dry.

“Chloe?”

“Umm?”

“You’re not going to go through this by yourself. I promise.” Alec’s voice was soft. He kissed the top of my head. “You will get through this.”

I knew he was right. How could I not get through this. I had him.

I clenched Alec’s shirt more tightly and he stroked my hair. Looking out my window into the night sky, my thoughts turned to Xavier. Xavier was right. I was going to lead a great life, even if he wasn’t going to be part of it.

I closed my eyes and took comfort in Alec’s arms. I couldn’t help but think that things worked out for the best. Xavier was happy. Maybe not right now. But he will be, with his family. As for me, I knew in time I would overcome this. And when I did, I would lead a better life because of what Xavier did tonight. He let me go.

We were both freed from the bond we shared and we would both be better off in the long run. The temporary pain of our loss would pass, and, in the end, we’ll gain a better life. From now on, Xavier wouldn’t be able to twist my emotions anymore.

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