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CHAPTER 312
At first, he did not do anything much with her sitting on his thigh other than stare into her eyes. After some time, he smiled reassuringly into her eyes. "Jade, I miss you. I want to start over."
"Xander." She rubbed her palm against his cheek soothingly. He was such an adorable big guy.
"I know things hit off wrongly when we were at the peak of our relationship, he began, before drawing in a deep breath.
As much as he felt it was okay to speak to her, he was scared within. What if she still denies it? What if her contemplation…
No, he shook his head at her and smiled. "After the whole incident, I know I broke your trust and nothing can rewrite that, I tell you, but please my love. I would do anything for you. Just please, my love, accord me the opportunity to try again."
"Xander, really there is…"
