Fingers Crossed Behind Back Meaning Novels & Stories

He believed he never had to change, and I would stay by his side no matter what. Looking at him at the moment, apologizing so earnestly, I was briefly moved. But as the memories of the past rushed back, that fleeting softness in my heart was crushed completely. "I don't need it anymore." I walked away with Zach, disappearing from Liam's sight. After we left the hall, Zach looked at me proudly—clearly waiting for praise. I sighed and gently patted his head. "Thank you for standing by me so firmly." Hearing my words, Zach's face instantly turned red.

According to the maids' boss, anytime he snapped his fingers, it meant that he was asking everyone to leave. I breathe out in relief. Not wanting him to see me, I turned around immediately, attempting to walk in between everyone. But, the moment I wanted to do it, something pulled me from behind. It wasn't a great force. It was a gentle pull. I gulped, shut my eyes, bit my lower lips, and prayed for a while. I hoped this wasn't what I was thinking.