False Romantic
"Are you leaving Balmora, Ms. Rivers? Do you suppose you'll be back someday?"
"No, I'm leaving for good."
There was nothing more for Stacy in this city.
She gave the place one last, long look, then headed downstairs, and hailed a taxi to the airport.
Before taking off, the stewardesses went up and down the aisles, reminding passengers to switch off their phones. Stacy sent a final message to Joseph.
[I heard what everyone was talking about at that party.]
[Hatred is born from affection, but I no longer hate you as much, these days. I suppose that means I don't love you anymore.]