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.

break the ice and avoid the awkwardness. But now

her hesitation, Martin spoke up, “I just wanted to say, if you need any

bit her lip slightly, trying to hide the bitterness in her

be so

“I didn’t bring much with me when I came, and I won’t be taking much back. I can handle it

out by herself might help her keep her emotions steady compared

didn’t push. He felt a bit sad

Martin told Cindy, “Okay then, just make sure you’re cautious

“I will,” Cindy said.

everyone reached the restaurant. They stood together outside their cars and all nodded, saying,

“This will be my first time finding it hard to say goodbye at a farewell

cheer her up, “But remember when Cherry left? You weren’t this

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