Scars Of A Broken Bond

In all their years of friendship, Sabrina had never seen Bettie shed tears so profoundly.

Through her tears, Bettie whispered, “Why did he return? After Leaving so decisively, why come back?”

Sabrina remained silent, letting her speak.

It was clear that running into Lance tonight had resurrected painful memories from years past.

For the three years Sabrina had known Bettie, Lance’s name had never crossed their conversations, as if he was a stranger.

Bettie had always been the embodiment of joy, energy, and optimism every time they met over the past few years.

Bettie chose to lock hers away, presenting a brave face

in the recesses of her heart, if not for

for male servers to keep her company over drinks and songs, yet never genuinely gave her

moved past Lance, or maybe the hurt was so deep that love seemed Like

past… I was so patient, and so understanding from the start… I wished for him to stay, but he Left anyway… He’s been gone for seven

friend’s voice quiver with

never Looked so upset before,

Bettie was

to let me remain. But then, out of nowhere, he chose to leave, leaving no room for discussion. And even

and more indistinct, making