TW: Mature content
His fingers traced the outline of her jaw as she stared into his eyes, immersed in his words.
"These feelings are so dark..I'm afraid they will consume me and I might do something reckless. So before I can control myself to see you with Marcus I have to stay away."
A tear slid down on Meredith's cheek and she shook her head.
"No! Please no…I need you. I'm so scared and lonely."
Meredith murmured.
Atlas's lips curled up into a sad smile and shook his head, "No, you have so many amazing people around you. You will be fine."
"What happened to the brave Mr. Martini? Are you telling me you're giving up on us? What happened to the promises you made me?
You promised me we will find a way? Are you backing out now because you're afraid?" Meredith grabbed his shirt, as tears streamed down her face.
"Love.." Atlas trailed off.
"Love happened to your brave Mr. Martin. When it comes to you, I'm not brave and I'm not backing out because I'm afraid. It's just…"
