Kiss me 2.1
Besides, you never know who you might run into.
I leave the sentence hanging, like bait. I sit across from them, taking a bite of my cereal. The milk seems bland, the food tasteless.
— Run into? repeats Jade, curious.
I put down my spoon, displaying a smile I hope is enigmatic and light.
— Oh, you know… University is a good place to meet people. I think… I think I'm going to start dating again. It's about time, isn't it?
The silence that follows is heavy, cutting. Jade smiles, a little surprised.