Feeling somewhat awkward, Cindy gathered her courage and said, “I guess I’ll ride with Nicole.”

Although she’d previously traveled with Martin, now that she’d decided to leave, she suddenly didn’t know how to face him. Maybe more than anything, she worried about her own reluctance to part ways.

“Come in my car,” Martin suggested, breaking the silence for the first time.

Cindy secretly bit her lip, feeling a mix of emotions, but she could only agree with a stiff nod. “Okay.”

Once in the car, they both sat in silence, the air heavy with tension.

“You…” Martin started.

“You…” Cindy started at the same time. They paused, then Martin said,” You go first.”

“No, you first,” Cindy deferred.

ice and avoid the awkwardness. But now

just wanted to say, if you need any help, you

in her heart as she replied, “No need, I can manage on

don’t have to be so formal,” Martin’s

Martin, her gaze steady. “I didn’t bring much with me when

herself might help her keep her emotions steady compared to having him around,

her but didn’t push. He felt a bit sad

Martin told Cindy, “Okay then,

“I will,” Cindy said.

the restaurant. They stood together outside their cars and all nodded, saying, “Let’s head

be my first time finding it hard to say goodbye at a

Spencer replied, trying to cheer her up, “But remember

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