Chapter 59. Parents Goals

“So why was…” Ty trailed off as it finally dawned on him. The jig was up. Tanesha couldn’t read Ty at that moment. But she sensed just how hard he was trying to control himself. She actually flinched when he cupped her cheeks in his hands. “Don’t ever do that to me again.” He said quietly. “Please.” Ty never ever wanted to feel what he’d felt that evening again. It'd hurt. Fuck, had it hurt. It had been the worst feeling ever. 

“I just wanted to…I needed for you to hurt too. That was just a fraction of what I’ve been through.”

“Trust me, it wasn’t. I know you’re hurt and thought I deserved to have a taste of what it felt like to have your heart ripped out of your chest. But believe me, for over three months my heart has virtually been stopping every day for you. Have any idea how it feels to watch the life of someone you love, at stake?” Ty asked gruffly.

Tanesha’s eyes widened. “You loved me even then?” She asked in a small voice.

Ty nodded. “I did.