As they got into the car, the air between them crackled with unspoken words and unacknowledged emotions. The drive was filled with a comfortable silence, yet fully aware of the other’s presence. “How many part-time jobs are you doing today?” Keshton started with their usual casual conversation. “I only have two today. One at the usual restaurant at the railway station and the other at the city mall,” Sibyl explained, as she did daily. “That’s great, then I’ll be there to pick you up by eight,” he said,gently rubbing his hand over Sibyl’s head. Sibyl was taken aback by his sudden gesture of affection. No one had ever fondly caressed her head like that. She glanced at Keshton, who was smiling and touching her hair. Her heartbeat drummed in her chest like crazy. “Don’t go anywhere, wait for m
