Chapter 31

Ian's POV

I hurriedly drove back to Laguna, hoping that by avoiding seeing Bea, I could somehow distance myself from the conflicting emotions she produced within me. I realized that I was playing a mind game, pretending not to like her simply because I did not have to confront her face-to-face. However, deep down, I knew that seeing her again would make me realize the truth: that she held a special place in my heart.

Admitting it to myself was painful but undeniable—I liked Bea. There was something about her that captivated me, something that made my heart skip a beat whenever she was around. However, I had made a promise to myself and to Bianca that I would not fall in love with anyone else. I had sworn off getting involved with anyone other than Bianca, and breaking that promise was not something I took lightly.

Despite this will, I found myself constantly battling against my own feelings. It seemed as though I was helpless in the face of this blossom