“…Wow, thanks. That’s the encouragement I needed.” She huffs. “At least you’re honest. I wonder if there are any bakeries open where I can buy a cake to cry into.”
“Sorry, didn’t mean to wound you, really. Despite everything, I wouldn’t rule out the possibility. As for cakes – I’m sure you could find a tasty one nearby to indulge in.”
“Being strung along is exhausting. Is it really time already for me to give up and become an old spinster lady?”
“Ugh, that’s some bs. It’s probably something worth keeping in your back pocket. Especially if it doesn’t seem like the odds are getting any better.” A small sigh. “I do still want to maintain a little hope for you though.”
Sometimes, I really, really can’t help but feel that you are humoring me and yet trying to protect me from being wounded at the same time. I-I don’t know if it’s my paranoia acting up or if that is the truth. I’m not sure if I want to truly find out either.
But I can’t help but feel that I’ll never be enough for you and maybe I’m wasting time having some kind of feelings for you anyway. Since the odds of them being returned are starting to look a little bleak.