Chapter 37. You’re Disappointing Me

Calista’s POV

My heart skipped a beat, breaking into a surprised blink upon hearing those words from him. From the one and only Draven.

“Oh,” I managed to say, trying to collect my thoughts. “I…”

“I am only asking you,” he interrupted, flashing me a grin. “I am not going with anyone else, so basically, you have no choice but to choose me.”

And boom.

Everything that we shared, the laughter, the easy camaraderie—it all vanished in an instant. Now, at this moment. It all felt awkward, and I didn’t even know what to say, but I tried to form a new word.

“Draven…” I murmured, my voice barely above a whisper, as I set the plate down on the table. His eyes locked onto mine, and I could see in his eyes that he was waiting for my answer by acting nonchalant.

He was waiting for my response, and the weight of his gaze felt like a physical pressure on my chest. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for what I needed to say.

“The th