"You don't want me, I'm broken." I'm taken aback by her statement and continue. "I'm not giving up, I know you feel the same as I do." I say softly bringing my lips closer to her ear with every word. I'm sure she can hear the speed at which my heart is beating just by being this close to her. Thankfully our ribs are cages and my wild heart can't escape. I brush my lips softly against her forehead while reaching behind her opening the door for her to leave. If I don't let her go now, I might not be able to let her go at all. "Close the door." "Excuse me." "Close the door," she says again. Elijah Cruz has to change schools, leave his home and watch over Nevaeh Walsh. Will he be able to protect her when the time comes or do emotions get in the way.