“I miss you."
My brain stuttered for a moment as every part of me went on pause while my thoughts struggled to catch up. Did I really just say that? I glanced at Ralph to see that his mouth was frozen wide open in an expression of stunned surprise.
My eyes widened in shock when realization finally settled in. My hand immediately flew to my mouth, making a loud slapping sound. I flinched as I felt a pang of pain on my face but I kept my hand there in an attempt to prevent myself from saying other stupid things. Panic started to consume me when I noticed that Arthur hadn't said anything back.
I could already imagine his face right now - it was probably one of awkwardness, not even hurrying to save my feelings, to fill the void with a non-committal statement of appreciation. The silence h
