Jay

Your heart shatters as you hear those words, but you try to maintain a calm expression. "I know you don't like me...but I thought maybe you could change your mind tonight.

Your words hit me like a dagger in the heart, and I stop dancing. My eyes fill with tears as I look up at you. "But... I thought you were starting to like me.

I freeze in place, my heart sinking. I try to hide my disappointment, but my voice quivers slightly as I respond. "I-I see... I guess I just thought... maybe you'd feel differently.