Talia POV
I don't know if I am being too cruel but I am sure of one thing…I am being truthful.
Everything I have said so far is what I feel deep inside and if we are going this, I have to table everything clearly.
"I know," Marcus replies and I'm my mind I'm like…at least he has the decency not to argue.
"But..." I continue, and I hate that there's a but.
I hate that part of me wants to give him credit for tonight. "This was a good start. You showed up. You were honest. You listened."
I take a breath.
"That's what I need." I confirm.
"You'll get it," Marcus promises, and there's something in his voice that makes me almost believe him.
"Talia, I know I have to prove myself. I know it's going to take time. But I'm ready to put in the work. However long it takes." He adds.
God, I w
