Chapter 27. I Need Ice Cream

Amelie’s POV

I lay on my bed, staring at the ceiling. It’s a nice ceiling, but I wish I were sleeping instead. After the bomb Nathan dropped, it’s not coming anytime soon. Married? He wants to get married. Oddly, I’m quite flattered, he asked me. That meant he trusted me. Trust is a good foundation for marriage, right? I said I would do anything for Zander to get his surgery. This is the most effective and efficient way. Could I live in a loveless marriage for 3 years? That’s the biggest question that is stopping me. The question should be, can I live with him for three years with my feelings for him and not act on them? I press my hands to my face.

I glanced over at the clock. It's 2 am. Argh! Sleep, Amelie! Screw it! I needed ice cream. I quietly headed for the stairs and then tiptoed into the kitchen. I grabbed a spoon and rummaged through the freezer. Ah, that’s the ticket.