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.”

as he put on his jacket and asked, “Caroline,

nervous y, “No, that’s not what I

leaned in and whispered in her ear, making her

and circled around Scott, saying, ‘ll walk

“I noticed it when I arrived, but I forgot to

sold. The ownership transfer was completed this afternoon, and the new owners seemed to be in a

at the house momentarily, his eyes catching the dim streetlight. Just as Caroline was about to ask about his interest, he looked away and

waved to Scott and watched

that night, at 9:30 p.m., Evan was reluctantly dragged out by Alex and Lucas for a night of drinking.

at Alex and remarked, “Has Paige given up on you? Is that why you’re allowed to go out and have fun now?”

“I’m not here for fun. I told Paige I’m out making plans for your and Caroline’s

at the array of liquor on the table and scoffed. “Are you planning with

poured himself a drink and chimed in. “No, Evan. We have a real plan, but first, we need to get you