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Keeping the Faith

He knows he could make her happy, if only she would give him the chance. He loves her more than anyone else ever will.

He believes that they are meant to be. He knows in his heart that one day she will be his. Since the day he met her, he has kept the faith.

She is everything to him. He would give his life for her. He very nearly did once.

And when he did, she almost (almost!) opened her eyes, and he almost had her. But everyone will tell you almost doesn't count.

But he wanted her to see him clearly. He knew her sight was clouded with hero worship. So he told her to wait, and she closed her eyes again before the fog lifted.

Now he longs for her to look at him again. He stands before her, waiting and hoping, but her eyes stay closed.

He thinks she knows that he's there waiting. It hurts that she won't look at him. (But really, she's just afraid that if she opens her eyes, he won't be there anymore.)

He tells himself not to give up. She's worth the wait. Worth the pain. He just has to hold on a little longer.

So he stays right where he is. Other girls come and go, but he doesn't move on. He couldn't walk away from her if he tried.

He lives each day like he has lived every day since he met her. Waiting for her. Believing in their love. Keeping the faith.