Gentle swirls stirred with every circular motion Tory made. Having expected a partner that night, the feeling of loneliness increased. It was not that she needed Eli, only that she wanted him in her life. Her eyes began to trace the soon fading lines behind the spoon.
“Do you not like the soup?” Tory’s thoughts slowly faded into the distance when she was interrupted by Athena.
“Oh, I’m sorry, I just had a long day.” She sighed feeling embarrassed.
“Busy day?” She inquired.
“It was rather unexpected, I would say.” She chuckled awkwardly.
"Miss. Tory, are you famous?" Liam asked while hiding his face between the table.
Both Athena and Tory looked over in surprise.
"No," she responded wi
