Serena's POV.
I considered telling Richard that Ross had brought the flowers, but decided against it. If he was curious, he'd ask.
Instead, I settled into the car seat as Richard drove off, gazing out the window. My mind was still reeling from the realization that this was my new reality - it felt like I was living in two different worlds.
I longed to know what Richard thought of me, but couldn't bring myself to ask. My gaze drifted to him, his eyes fixed on the road, before I looked back out the window, lost in thought.
We arrived at school, and I was relieved that Richard didn't try to start a conversation.
As I reached for my bag, he took it instead, and I shook my head, saying "don't worry."
He chuckled and asked "why?"
I blurted out "what will people say?"
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