Theodore's Pov
The café feels unnaturally quiet, even though the usual city sounds hum outside. Juniper and I sit in stunned silence, both of us lost in thought after hearing Chris finally tell the truth.
I had always suspected that Chris had a thing for Juniper back in college, but I never imagined he’d go to such desperate, cruel lengths. His jealousy had destroyed both of our lives, hers more than mine.
I turn slightly, glancing at Juniper across the table. She’s staring blankly at her cup, her fingers lightly tracing the rim, lost in whatever storm is raging inside her mind.
The silence becomes too much, so I break it. "Well, that was easier than I expected it to be."
Juniper only nods her head, offering no words in return.
I sigh, running a hand through my hair before speaking a
