Chapter 53. The Truth

Amelia’s POV 

“Hey! It’s okay. He’ll wrap up his work and come home as soon as he can. Don’t be so upset, it’s all a part of their business,” comforted Claire. 

“I know, but I don’t know how I overslept and couldn’t see him before he left. I’m such a terrible girlfriend. He must be hating me,” I wailed with grief.

Claire shook her head. “You’re wrong, Amy. He really loves you,” she said as she wiped my tears and gave me some coffee to calm me down. I took a sip, but it didn’t work. I felt like my heart would break. This was the second time that he gave up on me. Last night, he didn’t understand my point of view at all. I wanted our first night to be special, in our own home, without having to restrain ourselves and scaling down our enjoyment. I wanted him to understand and wait till he returned, but he just took offense and left. Fresh tears welled up in my eyes and cascaded down my cheeks. 

“No, he doesn’t. He gave up on me when I was forced t