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.

just wanted to break the ice and avoid the awkwardness. But now that Martin prompted her, she found herself at

wanted to say,

slightly, trying to hide the bitterness in her heart

so formal,” Martin’s brow

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

sorting things out by herself might help her keep her emotions steady compared to having him around, which

didn’t push. He felt

told Cindy, “Okay then, just

“I will,” Cindy said.

reached the restaurant. They stood together outside their cars

look, “This will be my first time

cheer her up, “But

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