Samantha
“Heyy.” Audrey called, waving a hand in front of me. I blinked, my thoughts breaking as I took in her concerned face. “Is everything okay?” She asked, pulling up a bar stool next to me where I wiped glasses.
“Yeah, I’m fine.” I said, giving her a smile that I didn’t feel.
Audrey frowned and stared at me intently. Then she picked my right hand and cradled it in hers, stroking the back of my hand comfortingly.
“You’re not fine, Sam. I’ve been trying to get your attention for the last ten minutes but all you say is “mm””. Something’s wrong. You can tell me.” She coaxed, smiling softly.
I stared into her eyes, my own pricking at the kindness I saw reflected there. I sighed and closed my eyes tight to stop the tears that suddenly pooled from falling.
“It’s Xander. We broke up las
