Elwyn's POV
From a distance, Jackie smiled softly and gave me a reassuring thumbs-up. It was a small gesture, but it meant the world, telling me that everything would be alright. In Jackie's eyes, I found comfort. He always understood me without needing words, and I knew he was always there to support me, even in the moments when I felt like I had failed.
I took a deep breath, managing a small smile in return, though a bit of sadness lingered inside me. I was grateful to have him by my side, someone who always made me feel that everything would turn out fine, no matter what. Turning back to Dennis, I saw the bright smile on his face, like the last warm rays of the day, calming my heart. We would go home, and tomorrow, I'd have another chance to try again.
The car slowly pulled a
