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Chapter 647
Blossom was all tied up in knots, debating whether to spill the beans to him or not, especially since Elysia hadn't figured out her own feelings for the future.
Lately, Elysia had been wrestling with the big question: did she actually have feelings for him, or was it just a fleeting crush? And if it turned out she did have feelings, what then?
Their history was a tangled web that stretched back six years, involving both past grievances and a child, making Blossom cautious about egging Elysia on but hesitant to speak out of turn in front of Tarquin, for fear of complicating things further for Elysia.
Tarquin, sensing her dilemma, spoke honestly:
"The reason I came to you is because I believe you truly want her to be happy. I've already laid my cards on the table, and now I'm trying to gauge her feelings—not just for my sake, but for hers too. If she feels the same way, I'm ready to make my move, to love her right, and build a happy future together. But if she doesn't, or if her feelings aren't as deep, I'm willing to wait, to hold onto my feelings until the timing feels right. Yet, the thought of her possibly feeling the same way and me not expressing it, that's torture for both me and her."
Blossom frowned, knowing full well the toll it was taking on Elysia, who'd been restless at night and distracted by day, clearly not her usual happy self. After a moment, Blossom said, "I can say for sure, she's fallen for you!"
Tarquin slammed on the brakes, bringing the car to a halt in the middle of the road!
He turned to Blossom, breathing hard, "For real?"
Blossom, startled by the sudden stop and thankful for her seatbelt, implored, "Can you, maybe, pull over first?"
Discussing this while driving seemed a tad risky!
As if he hadn't heard her, Tarquin repeated, "She really likes me?"
Blossom nodded vigorously, "Truly!"noveldrama
"Wow!" Tarquin laughed, the atmosphere around him shifting, as if he'd suddenly perked up.
He then pulled the car over, eager to know, "Did she tell you she likes me?"
Blossom explained, "She's too shy to say it outright, but I know her well enough to see it. She's definitely smitten. If she knew you felt the same, she'd be over the moon—it's a typical, sweet crush. But, I'm not sure what happens after the initial happiness. Does her affection for you run deep enough to overcome all her reservations?"
Tarquin's heart sank, "What do you mean?"
Blossom's expression turned complex, as she pondered, "Even though Elysia claims to have moved past what happened years ago, the scars remain. If they decide to part ways now, it's like turning a new leaf. But if they get together, those old wounds might reopen, leading to more hurt. In moments of vulnerability, Elysia might dwell on the past, potentially deepening her resentment and their conflicts. Most couples might call it quits after a brief romance, but with their complicated history and a child involved, a breakup would likely be messy and painful. After all, they have a past filled with both good and bad, and now there's a child in the mix. A split would hurt both parties, especially Elysia, who might end up the most vulnerable. If it comes to a separation, she might even risk losing her child... So yes, Elysia's feelings are genuine, but to take the leap into a relationship with him requires immense courage! I'm not sure if Elysia has that courage, or if her love for him is strong enough to overcome all doubts."
This revised version maintains the integrity of the original Chinese text's emotion, style, and plot while making it more suitable for an English-speaking audience.