And I Do

Chapter 13 Dylan's POV

I walk into the bookstore. I should've known she'd go here. I suddenly remember when Briella and I met. The memory makes me sad, knowing that she's mad at me now. I find her sitting in a corner reading. I quietly sit down next to her. She looks at me and when she realizes who I am, anger fills her eyes.
Me: "I know you're furious. And you have every right to be. All I'm asking is for you to just listen to me."
She doesn't respond. I tell her everything about how Skye asked me out, how she's had a crush on me since 2nd grade, how I felt so sorry for her.
Me:" I know I don't deserve your forgiveness. I just wanted to explain and say that I'm sorry." Briella looks at me with teary eyes. Oh no, did I upset her?
Briella: "I'm so sorry"
Me: "What? Why are you sorry?"
Briella: "I've been such a jerk about all of this. I should've trusted you. I should've at least let you explain."
Me: "No, it's my fault. I shouldn't have said yes to the date."
Briella: "You were just being nice. You're always so nice. And I'm just a huge jerk."
A tear rolls down her cheek. I wipe it away with my thumb. I can't think of anything else to say to make her feel better. I kiss her forehead and wrap my arms around her. She lays her head against my chest. Nothing could make me happier as we sit there, holding each other. I think this bookstore is my new favorite place.