Her Reason
Annie’s eyes welled up with tears, but she still avoided Thad’s gaze. “I know you have, Thad,” she whispered, “and I appreciate it more than you’ll ever know. It’s just…” Thad felt his heart sink. He felt betrayed by Annie’s reluctance to share her feelings, her unwillingness to embrace the love and warmth his family offered.
“Just what, Annie? What have I done wrong?” he asked, his voice breaking. Annie finally looked at Thad, her eyes filled with a mixture of sadness and fear. “It’s not you, Thad,” she said softly. “It’s me.”