Kat shook her head, but wasn't sure if she was shaking it to get rid of the memories tormenting her or because she still had doubts about her and Matt. [color=6ecff6]"Matt... I've really wanted to hear you say that. And I'm sure you mean it, or at least think you do. But Matt... what if these feelings are... what if they're not real? What if it's just the hellish world around us? Would you have eventually came back for me and Grace if this hadn't happened? I just want you to be sure this is... that I am what you want." [/color] They had reached the second floor and were heading towards the room. [color=6ecff6]"I appreciate you Matt. I really love that you love Grace so much. She deserves a father like you who actually cares about her. But Matt, I can't say those words. I just can't say I love you. The last man I said that to was my father and he..."[/color] she stopped suddenly, not ready to go down that road. [color=6ecff6]"I know it's me. I'm a screwed up cold bitch. It's not fair to hold you down when you deserve better than me. You are one of - no, you ARE the only good man I have ever met." [/color] The heart she thought she didn't have anymore for anyone but Grace was hurting. If he walked away now she wouldn't blame him. It was her own damn fault. [@Wick]