I couldn't quite figure out what Kaden's feelings for me were, but I realized that I didn't seem to love him as much as I once did.
What remained was just a sense of reluctance to give up.
Later in the evening, Kaden returned. He fell silent for a moment before standing in front of me, blocking my view of the TV.
"Rachel, there's really nothing between Megan and me. From start to finish, it's only been you. Those harsh words I said before, there was some pettiness in them..." He tried to explain, appearing as awkward as he had been in the beginning.
Despite the warm atmosphere, I couldn't help but ask probing questions.
"You're mine, but is your heart also mine, and mine only?"
Kaden's smile faded visibly.
"Kaden, will you always be with me?" I pressed.
I'd always been this way, needing a definite answer from everyone.
I had to ask repeatedly to feel a little sense of security.
"Maybe not," Kaden looked at me.
"Why can't you just lie to me?"
"The truth might be hard to hear, but it's real."
"But I want to be with you until the end."
"It's time for bed."
I let out a bitter laugh. "Kaden, you say you love me, but why are you so ambiguous with your relationship with other women?"