Alan was already certain that at this point, I had no other choice.

However, I wanted to be selfish just this once.

I stood up as well. "Uncle Alan, if you can't do it, I don't think I can either."

I didn't want to make decisions for Derek under the guise of doing what was best for him.

But whatever he chose, I would respect it.

Alan's gaze sharpened. "Right now, he's blinded by love, acting on impulse, willing to give up everything for you. But what about ...