BROKEN SOULS NINE

CHAPTER NINE

A week later.

I got out of bed remembering last night's events it brought a smile to my face. Tara and I had caught fireflies in jam jars it was very magical and special. It was the first time I was genuinely happy in my life.

My phone vibrated on the nightstand I grabbed it and read the message.

It was a text from Tara.

‘’Hey I hope we can we hung out tonight I had lots of fun with you.’

A grin appeared on my face, I got up from the bed and for the first time in my life, I looked forward to something especially with someone else.

Later in the afternoon Tara and I were in the forest.

She was busy taking photos of reptiles.

‘’You know Tara’’ I said softly, as my eyes lingered on her face.

She took a snap of an iguana and met my penetrating gaze she urged me to continue talking.

I moistened my lips nervously.

''Am glad that we're friends I've never been this close and open to someone after losing Camille.''

‘’It just took every ounce of emotion that I had, so thanks for being there for me.’’

She sniffles happily.

‘’Andrew am just happy that you opened up.’’

We both smiled at each other.

‘’Can I hug you? I whisper.

Tara stays silent and walks towards me unsure if the moment might lead to something serious.

I held her by the waist pulling her closer I swallow hard, as I wrap my arms around her tightly.

‘’Tara… I plead.

She hesitates for a moment.

She releases her breath sharply and hugs me she places her head on my chest and inhales deeply she relaxes in my embrace.

The warmth of his arms around me made me feel safe, loved, and more feelings I was yet to discover, but something about the hug explained a deep connection.