A Love on Paper
Christopher turned to me, his eyes filled with discontent, reproach, and a touch of surprise as if he hadn't expected me to spill the truth.
"Willow Sweeney," he said, his voice low and laced with warning.
I knew exactly what he was trying to convey, but I was unwilling to comply. I smiled as I replied, "What? Did I lie about something?"
The atmosphere was tense, and Roxanne seemed to realize something. She cautiously grabbed his sleeve, asking, "Christopher, is any of what she said true?"
He remained silent; his eyes stayed fixed on me. After what felt like an eternity, he exhaled slowly, his disappointment sinking into his words.