"You need to get past Grandpa Nigel first, then we can talk about it," Bella said, turning away without looking back.

Justin stood in the snow with Ryan. Their figures were like timeless, perfect sculptures against the storm.

"Let Carrie stay with Grandpa for a while." Justin sighed heavily, patting Ryan's rigid shoulder.

"You go back and handle your family's issues. Come back when Grandpa has calmed down a bit."

Ryan's voice was hoarse, "I'll stay here with her tonight..."

"Are you kidding me? The temperature's going to drop below freezing tonight. If you stand out here all night, you'll definitely get sick!"

Justin's expression turned stern. "If Carrie knew you were doing this, it would only make her feel worse!"

know." Ryan forced a bitter smile, his pale lips trembling. "Justin, this is

brows in frustration. As soon as she

"Ralph..."

Ralph paused slightly before cautiously asking, "How

that Bella felt like crying again. She always showed more of her vulnerable side in front of her family and

Nigel's place." Bella

a deep breath and asked hoarsely, "Is there anything I can do for

her lip and softly said, "If you have time, buy a box

thing tomorrow morning

you want

a boyish shyness along with the understanding of a mature man. "No, let her

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