I watch her closely. Her determination is admirable, but I know the situation has affected her more than she wants to admit.
“You might be right,” I concede, watching her closely. “But from this moment on, I'm not going to leave your side.”
Her eyes, a light shade that to me is like the sky itself, lock onto mine. She gives me a small smile, a hint of relief in the midst of the storm.
“I went out looking for you and couldn't find you,” I add.
“Yes... Ryan wanted to talk to me, but I set things straight with him too. I hope he won't bother me again either.”
I struggle to contain my anger. Two idiots in one day. How many more times will she have to deal with situations like this? But Michelle is not someone who bends easily. I won't let her be alone again.
“Is there anything else we ne
