"Not unless you want me to move into your flat. We can rent a house, we can buy our own house if you want, we can do whatever we want." He replied honestly.

"No questions asked. You're free to go wherever you want. Your father will support you. My parents will support you. It doesn't matter. Just say the word."

He watched as she shook her head slowly, biting her lip slightly as she gazed at him.

"No." She whispered, shaking her head slightly.

"Please stay."

Her plea caught him by surprise as she looked straight at him with pleading eyes. He hesitated, he was surprised at her request, but...