Chapter 14

I went inside my room, jumped in my bed, and buried my face in the pillow, as I felt embarrassed about how I acted in front of him. Did I make it too obvious that I was worried about him? Oh, gosh!

Minutes later, my phone beeped. When I checked it, my eyes widened and I almost threw my phone.

Mark replied!

To: Mark Nextdoor

I’m fine.

“Shit!” I cursed.

Just two words and I am already losing it.

I didn’t reply. I just stared at his message. Even though he said he’s fine, why do I feel like he is not? His eyes… When I stared at those eyes, I saw sadness lurking in those mysterious eyes. Or am I the only one who sees that?

I sighed before I decided to call my mother.

“Hey, Mom.” I greeted.

“Hello, darling! Why did you call?” I bit my lower lip.

“Uhm, Mom, about Mark…” I stood up and went near the window.

“What about him?” Mom’s voice became serious now. I sighed again before I said what I wanted to say.

“Don’t touch him. I’ll handle him.” I said. There was a long pa