DESMOND
The drive to St.owens was a silent one. Neither of us said a word to each other but I knew we had the same thing in mind and it caused me to regret. The fact that I made her cry was disheartening enough. As we walked to her Father’s room, I at least wanted to cheer her up but even I myself was unable to cheer myself. As we sauntered into the room, her countenance changed completely and it surprised me greatly. While we were busy exchanging pleasantries with each other, I couldn’t help but ponder how she could easily flip the switch.
“Maya, please give Desmond and I some private time.” Her father suddenly beckoned. I frowned sharply in that split moment while I exchanged confused expressions with Maya.
“Sure dad.” She beamed, sparing me one last look before sauntering out of the
