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 a

just wanted to say, if you need any help,

bit her lip slightly, trying to hide the bitterness in her heart as she replied, “No need, I can manage on my

to be so formal,” Martin’s brow furrowed

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

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

heard her but didn’t push. He felt

sighing, Martin told Cindy, “Okay then,

“I will,” Cindy said.

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

a sad look, “This will be my first time finding it hard to say goodbye

to cheer her up, “But

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255