Chapter 60. Backstory

“I’m not slow,” Anna replied, trying to defend herself. “Forgive me if I am still confused by everything that is happening. You said it yourself the internet did not have everything. It only showed a part of who you are.” 

Liam sighed, staring at her for a few long seconds before he broke the silence. “I’m sorry. I should not have talked to you like that. It was wrong and not okay. I’m sorry, okay?” 

Anna was taken aback, she did not expect the guy to apologize. And it made her feel better, a bit more relaxed. “It’s fine.” She adjusted herself on the armrest of the couch that she was sitting on before hooking a few of her hair behind her ears. “I just need you to help me understand.” 

“Ignorance is bliss, Anna. Are you sure you want to understand?” 

She swallowed hard. “Yes—yes, I do.” 

He shrugged. “Okay, then. Growing up, I had everything. And when I say everything, I’m not talking about money. When it came that, we were struggling.