I strained to digest the words spilling from Cedric's lips, my eyes locked onto him in disbelief. "Cedric," I began, my voice trembling with confusion, "what in the world are you talking about?"
His eyes bore into mine, genuine sincerity filled in it as he said. "You heard me correctly, Kira. This is the truth I've hidden for far too long. I understand you might not reciprocate these feelings, but I'm begging you to give me a chance. Let me show you just how deeply I care for you," he implored, his sincerity strong as my disbelief lingered.
