Chapter 71. Tears of the Omega

Maddie felt the weight of Nate’s words crash over her, each one a wave of regret and guilt. She took a deep breath, steadying herself before she spoke. “Nate, I…it’s not like that, and you know it. First of all, he has changed.” 

“Changed? Does someone really change?” Nate scoffed, folding his arms on his chest. 

“Yes, and Jacob is doing his best to change, Nate. Please try to understand. When I went to Lovers Beach with you that night, Jacob and I had plans even before you and I canceled them all because of you,” Maddie explained. 

“Okay?” He shrugged. “Look, Maddie. It’s either me or him, you can’t have both. I’m going to fight for you but not when your heart is divided,” He continued. “And are you still going to the Royal Ball after the stunt he pulled at the cafe?” 

Maddie felt the sting of Nate’s ultimatum, the weight of his words pressing down on her. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. “Um…” She was scared to say the truth. “