Stella couldn't explain why she began to even cry more than the bereaved. Alex's story touched her to the core and it made her feel as though he was talking about her own mum.
"I'm sorry I made you share this heartbreaking story even though it hurts a lot. I'm also sorry about your mum and grandma. Thanks for trusting me with your secret."
Alex brought out a handkerchief from his pocket and dabbed Stella's eyes dry. He hated to see her looking this hurt, let alone crying.
Sharing his family's ugly secret with her filled his heart with the fear of losing her. He was scared she would ditch him now for Adrian after hearing the pathetic tale of his father. So, he tried to confirm her current thought and see if he still had a place in her heart.
