#Chapter 70: Trouble In Paradise

Ethan’s Pov “I don’t believe you.” The words fell from my lips before I could check myself. They sounded mean, harsh. Ava’s eyes widened and she took a step back. The way her smile disappeared broke my heart in two and I knew right then that I said the wrong thing. “Okay,” She lowered her gaze to the floor and shook her head. “Don’t believe me, but I have been nothing but honest with you, Ethan.” I reached out for her but she was already heading for the stairs. “I just wish you’d do the same thing for me.” “Why don’t you want to be with me, then?” I asked, though it sounded more like pleading. “What is holding you back?” “I’m just confused, Ethan,” She told me, “So many things have happened, and I was ready to apologize but after the way you just treated me after I sat here waiting for you, I don’t think I am sorry anymore.” With that, she retreated up the stairs and slammed the door to her bedroom shut behind her. A guilty feeling rose up in my stomach as I was left in t