Finding New Happiness) Chapter 12: Wish
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Bryce stared at me, lost in thought. Suddenly, he let out a self–deprecating laugh, his eyes glistening with tears. He looked utterly wounded.“Is this why you broke off the engagement
a don’t I deserve word? After all these years, don’t I
without
a
I looked at him, my expression impassive.“No, you don’t.”
proper goodbye?”
He seemed shocked by my bluntness.“What about Alex? How long have you known him? Do you really know him? You’re going to marry him?”
you well took a deep breath, my resolve unwavering.“I don’t have to know him now. I know enough, Bryce! We’ve known each other since kindergarten. Twenty years, give or take. But does that even matter?” A sudden intrusion from a half–sister brought me back to reality. In the face of time, what did love really count for?“It’s over between us. Don’t contact me again.” I turned to leave, bumping into Alex. I felt awkward and exposed. Then, something soft brushed against my legs. His dogs.
“I’ve been looking for this one. Technically, it should be Happy’s nephew.” Alex knelt, scooping up a fluffy white teddy bear and placing it in my arms.“He hasn’t been named yet. We were waiting for his aunt.” The puppy licked my hand. Tears welled up. I laughed through my tears.“Alex, what else are you hiding?”
“Quite a lot.” he said, completely serious.“If you want to hear it, I’ll tell you later.” He wiped away my tears.“Assuming you’ll give me the chance.”
I held the puppy. A sweetness bloomed in my chest.“Alex,” I said.“Let’s call him Wish.” Happy and Wish, being together. Everything would be alright.
