I'm Back and Better Than Ever
He instinctively gripped it tightly, to the point his knuckles turned white, as if afraid I might see the content.
Those few seconds of silence were more piercing than any fights.
I stared at him, my fingers clutching my dress.
He finally looked up, offering an apologetic smile. "Something urgent came up, Ellie. You go ahead and choose—I'll be back right away."
I reached out, holding him tightly. "Don't go, please? Just for today?"
My voice trembled, and my fingertips were pale.
He lowered his gaze, silent. A few seconds later, still as gentle as ever, he pried my hand away. "I'm sorry. I'll be back as soon as I can."
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