Chapter 29
Nick's POV:
Jessica was slowly getting closer to me. My heart was pounding, having her in such close contact. She stopped when she almost stepped on my foot, but her face kept moving forward.
I have been waiting for this to happen ever since she came back to Chicago. I had a little crush on her back in college, but that was just a little child's crush. But now, now it was more. I have even considered what it would be like if we ever got married.
I could feel her warm breath on my lips, but then I backed away. Jessi looked almost...hurt.
"I'm sorry Jessi. I can't. I just...can't." I say, regretting my decision the whole time, but it's too late to take it back now.
"Oh. I just thought you..." She started.
"I do, I really do, but you should have more time to completely heal from what AJ did." I said, mentally kicking myself. Why did I pass up on a chance to kiss Jessi?
"Oh. Okay, I guess that makes sense." She says, disappointed.
"Just promise me that when you are ready, I'm the first one you come to." I said.
"I promise." She leaned forward and kissed my cheek. I could still feel the warmth from her lips after she backed away.
