{43} let's rebuild our love

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"What are you doing here?" Jasper asked, his expression marked by a frown, breaking the tension that enveloped them

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"What are you doing here?" Jasper asked, his expression marked by a frown, breaking the tension that enveloped them. Their eyes locked, both grappling with their emotions.

Elizabeth's response came in a soft murmur, her words, "For Bella, of course," barely above a whisper, though he heard her clearly.

Jasper nodded, acknowledging her statement. "She will survive," he assured.

Elizabeth mustered a shaky smile, avoiding direct eye contact as her hand slipped into her pocket. "It's good to hear that. How are you doing?"

Elizabeth attempted to deflect the conversation, striving to avoid an awkward exchange.

His response took a moment, during which Elizabeth sensed that he wanted to say something. There was an unspoken desire lingering between them, each waiting for the other to initiate the conversation. Jasper sighed, his shoulders slumping, and resolved to voice his thoughts.

"I've been... lost, I suppose. It's been incredibly difficult without you, Elizabeth. The weight of our unresolved issues has been unbearable."

Elizabeth stared at him, stunned by his admission. It was something she never anticipated. Tears welled in her eyes as she took a step forward.

"I've felt the same way," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper. "But I needed time alone to figure things out."

Jasper's heart ached, torn between the love he had once felt for Elizabeth and the pain of their separation. His hands trembled as he reached out, his fingers lightly brushing the side of Elizabeth's face. The touch ignited a spark that had long been dormant within them. He spoke, his voice laden with emotion, pleading for guidance. "Please, tell me what I need to do to be forgiven. I need to know."

As tears gathered in Elizabeth's eyes, she summoned the courage to meet his gaze directly.

"You have every right to be mad at us... at me, for what we did," he whispered, his regret evident. .

Their eyes locked, emotions swirling within them. A mixture of sadness and hope seeped through their gaze. Quietly, Jasper began to speak, his voice barely audible as he bared his heart. "Let us rebuild our love, Elizabeth. I have learned from my mistakes. Forgive me for what I have done."

Jasper took a step closer, bridging the physical gap between them, but their moment was interrupted by a voice calling for Elizabeth. She turned to see Edward standing near the front door.

"Yes?" Elizabeth's voice trembled slightly.

Edward's eyes narrowed as he noticed a tear escape from Elizabeth's eyes, hastily wiped away. He took a sharp breath before speaking.

"Bella wants to talk to you."

Elizabeth nodded, her heart still heavy with emotions. "I'll go see her," she replied softly, offering Jasper a fleeting glance before heading towards Bella. As she walked away, she silently hoped for some clarity amidst the turmoil of emotions.

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