I could have given up on him and moved on, or I could have gone all in. That was it if he chose to reject me.

Despite the fact that it seems easier said than done, I decided to grab the opportunity if we managed to cross paths again and attempt to make an effort to explain my sentiments.

Madison

Normally, I would resort to driving about and listening to the rock station after a difficult day at work in the hopes that it would help me relax. I needed my rock music more than ever since I was now seated in my automobile. The music was almost loud enough to drown out the thoughts that were gnawing at the back of my head as I turned to gaze at the school building.

Eva was thrilled to learn she wouldn't have to use the bus any longer. She would now be riding in elegance to school, and as she put it, all of her friends would be quite envious. She was eager to share the news with the whole class.

I was delighted by her excitement, but there was a personal reason for the unexpected change in mode of conveyance. After working through the night, coming here merely to have the opportunity to meet Jane was worth the lost sleep. She still hadn't shown up at the pub a week after the meeting.

Could it be that she was avoiding me? Or is she just too busy to spare any of her day for me? I made the decision to take matters into my own hands after realizing that she would not make speaking with her simple. The possibility was still small, but it was still worth taking.

The last time a lady managed to irritate me this much, I couldn't recall. I became aware of how much time I had spent on relationships in general after divorcing Melanie. I didn't have time to start again, and I also didn't want to mislead Eva. It was intended to remain that way, but after my first encounter with Jane, everything was abandoned.

She was everything I desired, and I knew that my sentiments were obvious. I simply wanted to find out a way to let her know how committed I had become to being with her. I had to just have a chance to speak with her once again as the first step. Even a brief two-minute talk would be all I needed. In light of this, I did still need to polish up a confession. I wanted to be sure that what I said would be flawless the first time since, knowing myself, I would surely screw that up.

I turned after seeing movement out of the corner of my eye to see the school doors open. I stepped out of the vehicle and turned down the music. After approaching it from the side, I sat down with my back against the door to wait for my child. She was just as clumsy as I was; if I didn't make myself known, I could only image how long she would take.

I waited in silence and saw the children leaving the building in a steady stream. I didn't blame them since, if I were still trapped in that kind of location, I would definitely be racing out there myself. Eva was fortunately too little to comprehend how dreadful this environment may be at the time. She continued to like it, so I'll take what I can get.

A very recognizable voice yelled, "Dad!"

As I looked through the throng for her, I quickly saw her silly smile as she approached me. I observed right away that she wasn't alone herself. Her little knapsack was in one hand, and a much fuller hand was encircled by the other. I was eventually given the chance I was seeking for when she dragged her instructor along with her.

But now that she was approaching me, I couldn't think of anything. My lips parted as I glanced up at Jane and saw her contrite gaze.

She apologized, panting a little from being dragged along, "I'm sorry, she insisted that I come with her." As she turned to face Eva, she said, "It's really hard to tell her no."

I laughed and followed her gaze. Without even realizing it, I was going to have to thank her for being a fantastic wingwoman at such a young age. "Yeah, she's still not used to riding in the car, I guess." I attempted to justify her. Like her father, she is quite driven to acquire what she wants once she decides she wants it. As I flung open my rear door for her, I laughed. As I saw her go inside, I couldn't help but smile.

Eva slid down the window as soon as possible, almost hanging it out to get a good look at both of us. Already too excited, she said, "Let's go get ice cream!". After I began giving her rides, she started to expect things from everyone.

I smiled and said, "Sure. You deserve it. I turned to face Jane and saw that she was keeping an attentive eye on both of us. I began out, already attempting to create the lines in my thoughts once again, "I appreciate you going with her. This was the opportunity I had been searching for. Why was I having trouble now?What was I thinking?

, "Miss Ross!" Eva shouted over me as soon as she picked up again. Are you an ice cream fan?

Jane had been looking at me and seemed to be leaning in to hear what I had to say. She turned to look at my now horrible "wing woman," but she quickly withdrew. Who doesn't like that type of treat every now and then? she said with a light giggle.

I had my doubts that Jane would give me even a minute of her time since I knew how much she cared about her pupils.

"My dad concurs, too! Her big green eyes took in both of us innocently before asking, "Do you want to come with us? Are you two pals, right?

We both gazed at in amazement when she asked the question before turning to face one another. Friends? I was at a loss for words, so I just said, "Oh, uh."

Jane stumbled over her sentences and seemed equally frazzled. She glanced at us both, a little coating of blush accumulating on her cheeks.

Eva could have really been watching out for me. If you aren't busy, that is. I wouldn't mind if you came along.

As she glared at me, her pinkish hue becoming even more crimson. "Do you really want me to go with you?" she said.

Damn, did she even notice how difficult it was for me to speak when she was staring at me like that? I nodded instead of speaking because I was hesitant.

She chewed on her thick lip as she thought about the offer. I believed Eva had no chance against my grin and her beseeching eyes. She then groaned and turned to face the rear. "I can go finish up inside and be out in a few minutes if you don't mind waiting a little bit," the person said.

She may not have known how long I would be prepared to wait for her.

I instructed her to take her time while nodding, then watched as she turned away and hurried back toward the building.

Being by myself, I turned to face Eva with a tooth-gnashing smile. "You are the best, don't you know that?"