No Going Back
As long as they didn’t flaunt it in my face or try to challenge my place, I would choose to let it slide.
However, now I saw just how ridiculously naïve I’d been.
Love would wear out bit by bit, like a flower that slowly withers without nourishment.
Sean’s love for me could no longer sustain my staying by his side, and he left me playing the fool.
The tea overflowed and spilled onto the table.
Sean caught my hand, as if afraid I’d burn myself. However, I pulled my hand back and gave a faint smile.
“Sorry, these cookies were baked for my friend. For this lady to just take one without asking, don’t you think that’s a little rude?”