“Bella, running away again? Please don't leave like this. I meant every word I said yesterday.” Leo's deep and groggy voice spoke from the bed, making Bella stop in her step.

Bella froze in her step and shut her eyes frantically before opening them again.

"You... you're awake?"

Leo smiles softly.

"I've been awake since you reached for your bag."

Bella still refuses to turn around.

"How do I know you aren't saying this because you feel responsible?"

Leo becomes serious.

"Then look into my face and decide whether I'm serious or not.”

Bella slowly turns to face him.

"I liked you long before everything, long since the first day...