158 "I love you...."

Despite all the heart touching and honest words which made Ellie's eyes water, his last sentence made her chuckle. Each and every word he said was like a sweet stab in her heart which made her feel even more giddy. Though she had never told anyone, she was already head over heels for him too and she loved everything about him and everything related to him. She wanted to tell him so many things but she could barely utter a word. She was desperately waiting for this day to come and now when it was finally happening, she was dumbfounded. 

Not wanting him to overthink or take her silence in the wrong away, she wrapped her arms around his neck and hugged him tightly. 

Wrapping his arms around him, he returned her hug. He had no idea whether this was a yes or a no but it felt so right and he didn't want to miss it.

Pulling away, she placed her hand on his cheek. "There is so much I want to tell you but I—"