Chapter 15
I woke up a couple of hours ago with one arm wrapped around Elizabeth. I’ve been watching her sleep. It appears I have a habit of doing that and I really need to stop. I just can’t seem to help myself.
Elizabeth said that she’s made her decision. I know I only have a few more days left before I lose her. I reach over and grab my phone with my free hand. Elizabeth stirs and I shush her, kissing her temple until she sighs and settles back down.
Me: Going off the grid for a few days.
Ry: Why? What’s going on? Where’s Elizabeth
Me: Right next to me asleep.
Let him assume what he wants from that. I know I’m being a jerk and that Ryder is the only true friend I have, but I’m so bitter. I want the one thing I can’t have, and it hurts. Is this how Ryder felt as he stood on the periphery and was forced to watch Jayson and Elizabeth together?
Ry: Is she ok? What’s going on
Me: We’ll see you soon.