“Where is Mr. Herren?” our professor asked during our recitation. He noticed Zachary’s seat empty. Natasha raised her hand before clearing her throat. “He has family emergency. I presume the dean already received his letter of absence?” Her eyebrow raised.
My jaw moves because of the mention of my ex-boyfriend’s name. I still remember how he threw his cards on the floor the last time we saw each other. Is he okay? Where did he sleep? Did he eat already? I couldn’t help but to feel guilty at the same time. I’m mad at him, but at least, the human side of me is worried about him.
“Miss Patterson. Why is your boyfriend always in MIA – “
“I told you, sir. He has family emergency,” Natasha butted in our conversation.
“Ex-boyfriend,” I whispered that made the class grew silent.
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