Chapter 1014

Bethany had been sitting outside Robert's neighborhood for nearly an hour, the night creeping in around her. Just then, her phone rang. It was Trystan. "Have you made it home yet?" His voice was relaxed and comforting, helping her feel at ease. "No…" Bethany's voice caught, and tears welled up in her eyes. She couldn't explain it, but suddenly, all the emotions she'd been suppressing came flooding back. She found herself missing him terribly. "You're still out there?" he asked, his surprise evident. "Where are you? I'll come get you." Bethany shook her head. She knew the moment she spoke, he would hear the crack in her voice. Trystan waited patiently on the other end. She stayed silent but didn't end the call, and his worry deepened. "Where are you? Let me come to you, okay?" he whispered. After a moment of hesitation, he slowly added, "I miss you so much." Bethany covered her mouth as tears poured out. She tried her best to stifle her sobs. Trystan continued speaking, almost