97: Almost Caught

"Wow," Eric began, his voice laced with astonishment. "I... I wasn't expecting this."

Sadness flickered across Emily's face at his words, her heart sinking at the thought of Eric not returning her feelings. "It's okay," she replied softly, her voice tinged with disappointment. "If you don't exactly feel the same way I do."

Eric's heart clenched at the sight of Emily's crestfallen expression, a pang of guilt washing over him. "No, no," he hurriedly interjected, reaching out to gently grasp her hand in his. "I've always had genuine feelings towards you. In fact, I tried as much as I could to not tell you because I felt you would think I was going too far."

Relief flooded Emily's features at Eric's confession, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. "You do have feelings for me?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

Eric didn't hesitate, closing the distance between them as he placed his hand over hers. "Why did you think I always came through for you?" he questioned softly, his g
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