Love never fails

08| the complicated truth

Chapter 73: Breaking Up and Breaking Down

Hi guys, I'm back. Today, I'm going to tell you how things have been going since Lorenzo and I broke up, and how I'm handling this confusing time as I try to decide who I really want to be with. It's been tough, and the breakup still hurts, but I'm trying to figure out what my heart truly wants and who I really am in the process. So, let's dive right into it.

I hate the fact that Lorenzo and I are no longer together. Even though I'm handling the breakup better than I expected, the pain lingers, a constant reminder of the mistakes I made. Deciding between Lorenzo and Andrew is harder than I imagined. They're both amazing in different ways, and it's tearing me apart trying to figure out who I truly like.

But that's not all that's been happening. My dad's relationship with his girlfriend has been going downhill, and it finally hit rock bottom. They had a huge fight because my dad saw her being rude to me, acting like a complete jerk. She gave him an ultimatum: "Right now, I want you to choose between me and her."

He just laughed, shaking his head. "She's my daughter. There's no choice here."

"Fine then," she snapped. "I'm done with you. We're breaking up."

"Good," my dad replied calmly. "I was going to do it anyway because you cheated on me. I forgave you because I loved you, but treating my daughter like this? That's unforgivable. Now, leave my house immediately."

"Fine, but don't expect me to pay the rent anymore!" she hissed.

"What rent? Bye," he waved dismissively as she stormed out, acting like someone actually cared about her departure.

I felt a strange mix of relief and sadness. I was sorry that it had come to this, but I couldn't lie to my dad anymore. "I'm sorry I had to tell you, but I just couldn't keep it from you. I didn't want to break your heart."

"My love," he said, wrapping me in a tight hug, "you're the child. You shouldn't have to worry about these things. I'm glad you told me. She was suffocating me anyway. I love you more than anything, and I will always choose you."

"I love you too, Dad," I whispered, feeling a weight lift off my shoulders.

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### **Chapter 74: A Date with Andrew**

As the day wore on, I couldn't stop thinking about what had happened. I found myself reaching for my phone, wanting to talk to someone, and before I knew it, I was texting Andrew. "Hey, Andrew. Just wanted to let you know that I was wondering if you wanted to go on a date."

I hit send before I could second-guess myself. A few moments later, my phone buzzed with his reply: "Yes! I couldn't wait to date you."

My heart did a little flip. I was nervous, but also a bit excited. Me and Andrew... it felt strange, but maybe this was what I needed to figure things out. I told my dad about the date, and he offered to drop me home so I could get ready.

Back in my room, I packed up my things, ready to head back home. As I was stuffing my clothes into a bag, I found Lorenzo's hoodie—the one I technically stole from him but he let me keep. I brought it up to my face, inhaling the scent that still lingered on the fabric. It smelled like him, and it made my chest ache with longing. I missed him, and the hoodie was a painful reminder of what we had and what I lost.

I pushed the thoughts aside and finished packing. Downstairs, my dad asked if I was hungry, but I declined. "No, thanks, Dad. I'm going on a date with Andrew later."

He looked at me, a mix of concern and resignation on his face. "I don't like the idea of you dating boys, but it's whatever. I just want you to be happy."