Chapter 3The Long Way Home

Her name was Chloe.

Tall, fair, with beautiful almond eyes.

They looked good together.

I avoided her watery gaze and ate quietly.

When asked, I’d say a few words.

Chloe didn't eat much.

Asher was busy chatting.

In the end, I ate until I felt sick.

Chloe said there was a light show by the riverfront, she wanted to see it.

So I said goodbye to them.

And walked back to campus alone.

December.

Winter in the South was just starting to feel chilly.

I pulled up the hood of my hoodie.

Walked slowly.

After a few steps.

I squatted down, unable to bear it.

Gulped down a few mouthfuls of cold air.

Before standing up to continue walking.