My Hot Boss is My Ex-Husband

Part 7

Chapter 7: A Lingering Love

The sun was beginning to set, casting a golden glow across the picturesque town of Meadowville. Alexander Haderson, a tall and charismatic young man with mesmerizing blue eyes, walked briskly through the park, his mind filled with thoughts of Olivia Baifa. They had been friends for years, but lately, Alexander's feelings for her had grown stronger, evolving into something deeper—a lingering love.

As Alexander rounded a corner, he spotted Olivia sitting on a bench, her luscious brown hair falling gently over her shoulders. Her radiant smile brightened the gloomy evening, and his heart skipped a beat. He approached her with cautious excitement, nervousness evident in his voice as he spoke,

"Hey, Olivia. Mind if I join you?"

Olivia looked up, a twinkle in her hazel eyes.

"Of course not, Alexander. I was hoping you'd come."

Taking a seat beside her, Alexander couldn't help but admire her delicate features. The park seemed to fade away as they engaged in a heartfelt conversation, the tendrils of their affectionate bond weaving through each word they exchanged.

They spoke about their dreams, their fears, and everything in between. The connection between them grew steadily, their laughter and shared stories forging an unbreakable bond. Alexander was bewitched by Olivia's charm, her intelligence and kindness matched only by her beauty.

However, as their friendship deepened, Alexander couldn't help but notice an undercurrent of jealousy. He had always imagined Olivia as his, and the idea of her being interested in someone else sent a pang of unease through his heart. They had never discussed their romantic feelings before, and Alexander struggled with the fear of jeopardizing their friendship.

One day, as they strolled along the town's cobblestone streets, Olivia suddenly spotted a familiar face in the distance. It was Adam, a handsome and witty young man who had recently moved to Meadowville. Alexander's heart sank as he watched Olivia's eyes light up upon seeing him.

He tried to mask his jealousy, but his face betrayed him.

"Who's that?" he asked, his voice filled with a mix of curiosity and hurt.

Olivia blushed slightly and replied cautiously,

"His name is Adam. We met a few weeks ago and have been getting to know each other."

Alexander's heart tightened, and he couldn't help but ask,

"Are you interested in him?"

Olivia paused, searching for the right words.

"We're just friends, Alexander. I value our friendship too much to let anything else come between us."

Relief washed over Alexander, but he couldn't deny the lingering love he felt for Olivia. He had to take a chance, to express his true feelings before it was too late. With trembling hands and a pounding heart, he turned to Olivia and said,

"Olivia, I have something I need to tell you. These past few months, my feelings for you have grown stronger, and I can't imagine my life without you by my side."

Olivia's eyes widened, the shock clear on her face.

"Alexander, I never knew you felt this way."

Alexander took a deep breath and continued,

"I understand if you don't feel the same, but I couldn't keep this to myself any longer. You mean everything to me, Olivia."

Tears glistened in Olivia's eyes as she reached out and took Alexander's hand.