Simon excused himself after the cup of tea was finished.
What Eloise had said to him earlier was clear enough, and Simon didn't want to prolong things between them.
Wasn't that what Eloise wanted? She had clearly said that she was not ready to open up to a new person, and she had rejected Simon's presence, even if not openly.
"Thank you for the tea." Simon turned, looking at Eloise, who was standing not far from him. They had already gotten off, and Eloise escorted Simon to the gate. "I won't be coming here again. Like you said, I'll do the same."
Eloise bit her lower lip. She wasn't sure if Simon had slipped some anger into his words just now was all just how the man spoke.
"Thank you for stopping by, sir." Eloise tried to change the subject. "Drive safe."
Eloise had already brushed
