Rose's POV

"I see," he responded promptly. "I simply wish for you to understand my feelings." I don't anticipate anything from you, Rose. “I simply couldn’t keep it inside any longer.”

I nodded, attempting to organize my thoughts. "I... I value your honesty with me," I said, my voice slightly more unsteady than I meant. “However, this is merely so surprising.” I’m unsure about how to reply. "I’m not even sure what I desire at the moment."

Elijah gazed at me for an ...