Trapped in Love

Scott handed Caroline some cherries and asked, “Isn’t the plan practical?”

Caroline fixed her gaze on Scott. She wondered, ‘Why would Scott know about our next move? What’s prompting him to mention this out of the blue?

Caroline replied, “You’re right.”

Scott asked, “So, if Evan’s father is out of the picture, will you consider reconciling with Evan immediately?

Caroline hesitated. “I can’t be certain because I can’t predict what might happen between Evan and me in the near future. I can’t provide a definitive answer.”

Scott suggested, “Alright, let’s change the subject then.”

He stood up and added, “It’s getting late, and I have an early shift tomorrow,”

Caroline checked her watch reflexively. “It’s only 7:30 p.m.”

jacket and asked, “Caroline, do

and replied nervous y, “No, that’s not what

I understand,” Scott leaned in and whispered in her ear, making

quickly stood up and circled around Scott, saying, ‘ll walk you out.”

neighboring villa and asked, “I noticed it when I arrived, but I

ownership transfer was completed this afternoon, and the new

momentarily, his eyes catching the dim streetlight. Just as Caroline was about to ask about his interest, he looked away and retrieved his car keys. “Alright.

Scott and watched him

night, at 9:30 p.m., Evan was reluctantly dragged out by Alex

Alex and remarked, “Has Paige given up on you? Is that

for fun. I told Paige I’m out making plans

on the table and scoffed. “Are you planning

and chimed in. “No, Evan. We have a real plan, but first, we need to get you a bit tipsy!”