?<strong>Chapter 631:</strong>
Elyse pondered for a while before drifting off to sleep on the chaise longue. She had no idea how long she had been asleep when Tracy slipped into the room and squatted beside her.
Elyse felt a gentle poke at her waist, prompting her to pout and crack open her sleepy eyes.
Seeing Tracy, Elyse grumbled in a sleepy, babyish voice, “What are you doing? I’m trying to sleep.”
Tracy’s eyes were soft as she gazed at Elyse. “My love life is a mess. I’m all tangled up and can’t seem to be honest about my feelings. Don’t you hate me for it?”
Groggy and confused, Elyse blinked at her friend. “You’re hurting in your rtionship. As your best friend, why would I ever hate you for that?”
Tracy raised an eyebrow. “Are you for real?”
“Absolutely. I feel for you, more than anyone. Seeing you in pain breaks my heart,” Elyse replied, her eyes brimming with tenderness.
Hearing this, Tracy lowered her eyes, a small, relieved smile tugging at her lips. She sighed and said, “Remember when you asked me about my feelings for Shaun? Every time I try to deny or downy my rtionship with Shaun, my heart betrays me, saying that’s not how I truly feel.”
Elyse nodded, patiently waiting for Tracy to continue.
Tracy went on, “But I can’t bring myself to ept Shaun again. He did too many things I can’t forgive. My feelings for him are still there, but I just can’t ept him back.”
After speaking, Tracy smiled sadly. “I’m conflicted right now. I used to be passionate and fearless about love, saying whatever was on my mind. When did I be so contradictory?”
Elyse shook her head gently. “It’s not your fault. It’s Shaun who left you feeling so conflicted and sensitive. If he truly wants to be with you, he should offer a heartfelt apology instead of making you, who did nothing wrong, bear all this pain.”
She yawned and mumbled, “But knowing Shaun, a sincere apology from him is pretty much a pipe dream.”
Tracy nodded. “You’re right. That’s just how he is. Unless he truly wants to change, no one can make him.”
As she started to feel drowsy again, Elyse asked, “Where are you headed? Who will look out for you if you leave?”
Tracy replied, “I’m going to see Shaun. There are things I need to say to him in person.”
She added, “Besides, I can’t stay holed up in your ce forever. Should I lock myself away just to avoid Shaun? That’s impossible.”
Elyse pouted. “I suppose you have a point.”
Tracy gazed out the window at the dreary, colorless sky. “I guess the best thing I can do is look out for myself, right?”
Seeing that Tracy had made up her mind, Elyse didn’t push further. Instead, she asked, “Are you heading to Shaun tonight? It’s prettyte. Why not rest and go tomorrow?”
Tracy stood up and said, “No, I’ve finally found the courage and rity I need. I must seize this chance to speak with him.”
She touched her chin thoughtfully. “But it probably won’t take long. He underestimates my resolve and might just take what he sees for granted.”
Elyse thought of Jayden and sighed. “Men can be so full of themselves and overly confident.”
Tracy said, “Sorry, I’m not the best person to give rtionship advice since mine’s a mess too. But I genuinely hope you find happiness. You and Jayden can work things out slowly.”
Elyse shook her head. She had spoken to Jayden, but he hadn’t taken her seriously.
Tracy walked to the door, opened it, and shed a yful smile at Elyse. “No need to see me off. I need to handle this on my own.”
Elyse gave Tracy a warm nod and a friendly wave. “No matter what happens with Shaun, I’ll always stand by you. You’re my best friend,e what may.”
Tracy shed a confident wink. “This time, I’m fighting for my future.”
With that, Tracy left. Elyse reyed Tracy’s words in her mind, struck by how such bravery seemed now. It was as if Tracy had recognized her inner struggles and was determined to turn things around.
Elyse sighed softly. “That’s awesome. I wonder when I’ll find the same courage Tracy’s showing.”
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