Alena was shaking. She did something publicly which may cause her family some trouble. Just what kind of deal did her dad have with the Woods? She snorted at realizing something. Reeds. Woods. It’s not funny.
She walked quickly, momentarily forgetting where she parked her car. She turned right and spotted her vehicle. Behind her, Christan walked at the same pace as her. He watched her escape. Isn’t she planning on talking to him? Why did she just leave?
When she opened the door of her car, she noticed his presence. He was walking towards her, and she was unsure how to feel. Half of her is relieved to see him. Half of her is terrified. Is he angry?
“I’m sorry you had to witness that.” By the time she finished that sentence, he was already in front of her.
They stared at each other u
