It Should Have Been Like This
"Lavender, we both know I'm not buying that. If it's 'nothing,' why are you so tense? Talk to me. Whatever it is, it's obviously eating at you."
I sighed, glancing down at my glass. The amber liquid swirled inside—a mix of bourbon, orange liqueur, and ginger ale. It had looked enticing when I'd ordered it, but I hadn't taken more than a sip. Now it felt like a reflection of my mood: unsettled, untouched.
"I don't know," I began hesitantly, the words thick on my tongue. "I think I might just be paranoid."
Anna leaned forward, resting her elbow on the table. "Then tell me what you're paranoid about, and I'll decide if you're actually losing your mind."
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