Chapter 119

Katherine looked down, unable to meet his gaze. "I was trying to be a good friend,

Zane turned and started to walk away, but Katherine's voice stopped him in his tracks.

"I love you," she said, her words ringing out in the silence. "I know you don't believe me, but it's the truth. I love you, Zane. I always have."

Zane's head was spinning, his thoughts racing. He wanted to believe her, but he was afraid to hope. Could he take that chance? Could he risk his heart again?

"We can be together, and nobody has to know," said Katherine, reaching out to brush Zane's cheek.

"I can't do that," Zane said, his voice trembling. "You've made it clear that you're ashamed of me, and I can't have a relationship built on that foundation. You can't have it both ways - you can't have your cake and eat it too."

Katherine's eyes welled up with tears. "What about what I need?" she asked, her voice barely audible.

"I'm sorry, but I can't be what you need," Zane said, turning away from her. "I'm not here to s
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