Looking at the tall man before her, his thin yet handsome face, the pain in her heart grew more intense.

Her eyes unknowingly filled with tears. Samuel stared at her, his Adam's apple bobbing as he choked up, unable to speak.

Taking a deep breath, Eliana gave a sad smile. "Maybe I was wrong. You're probably not the missing piece in my life. I'm sorry for bothering you."

She nodded slightly and turned to leave without further ...