Destined Hearts E6

That night

Jonathan cautiously entered Everett's room, finding him sitting on his bed, staring blankly at the wall

Jonathan Riordan

Everett, are you alright?

Jonathan Riordan

(worried)

Everett Riordan

(looks up with a weak smile)

Everett Riordan

I'm fine Papa

Everett Riordan

Just ..... processing everything

Jonathan Riordan

(sighs and sits beside him)

Jonathan Riordan

I know that it's a lot to take in

Jonathan Riordan

But are you sure about this?

Jonathan Riordan

You know your happiness matters more than anything else

Everett Riordan

(nods slowly)

Everett Riordan

I know. But I feel like I have to do this for the family

Everett Riordan

It's what's expected of me.

Jonathan Riordan

(placed a comforting hand on Everett's shoulder)

Jonathan Riordan

I Get it, I do.

Jonathan Riordan

But your happiness should never be sacrificed for the sake of tradition or expectations.

Jonathan Riordan

And if you ever change your mind about this arrangement, it's okay.

Jonathan Riordan

We'll figure it out together.

Everett Riordan

(smiles slightly)

Everett Riordan

Thanks Papa

Everett Riordan

I'll keep that in mind

Jonathan Riordan

Try to get some rest, okay?

Everett Riordan

(nods)

As Jonathan left the room, Everett couldn't shake the feeling of uncertainty gnawing at him.

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