Promise

“You know I would never hurt you.” “How can I know that if this entire time you aren’t even who you say you are…” My voice sounds almost like a whisper as I realize he has me cornered. “I just need you to trust me, Emily. Is that so hard? To trust me when I tell you that you’re not ready to know.” I stare up into his dark emerald eyes and without thinking I shove him, causing him lose balance. “You’re a total jerk! You want me to trust you? Give me one reason, Xavier. One freaking reason isn’t going to kill you.” I shout biting my lip. I couldn’t break down. Not in front of him. I won’t allow it! “But it might kill you.” He says loud enough so only I can hear....