“Since we’re friends, caring about each other is normal. Why do you always refuse my kindness? Or maybe... you have feelings …..?”

“No,” Bianca said firmly, her eyes showing honesty. You’re overthinking this. I don’t want to cause any misunderstandings between us. Besides, I already have a boyfriend.”

“Bianc, does he really deserve your love?” Blake asked, his eyes fixed on her and filled with reluctance.

Bianca didn’t avoid his question. She smiled gently and said, “In a relationship, it’s not about worthiness. It’s about my willingness to commit.”

Blake’s lips quivered slightly after a pause. He hesitated before asking, “If you find out he’s lied to you one day,...