Our Way

by T.L. Swan

“Eliza has a friend that was a vegetarian.” Nathan smiles sweetly. “Recently converted to a carnivore and is apparently starving.”

When you went to Stephanie when you had feelings for me, it broke something between us.

Nathan, my darling, I’m giving you the time you deserve. I love you so much—I love you more than life itself—and I could never keep you held to me, knowing that your heart is aching for someone else.

Please remember how much you are loved, and make the decision that is right for you. I’ll be okay. Always, Eliza xoxo

He wanted me to stay and fight for us, but there are two people in a fight and I can’t do this alone.

“I don’t want you as a fucking friend, Eliza. I want you as my wife!” he shouts.

He glares at me and I think I have a new favorite hobby—goading Nathan Mercer is fun.

Our story isn’t neat and it doesn’t fit into any boxes. We are complicated and messy.