Chapter 1016

Trystan had been waiting outside Bethany's place for hours. After she hung up on him, he'd gotten anxious and rushed over, only to find she wasn't home. "Why is she this drunk?" he asked, his voice full of concern as he saw Jenny helping Bethany inside. Without hesitation, he stepped forward to guide Bethany away from Jenny's grip. Jenny hadn't expected to run into Trystan, either. She used Bethany's key to unlock the door, and they made their way inside together. Once they had Bethany settled in her bedroom, Trystan looked at Jenny. "You should head home now, Jen. I'll stay with her." Jenny paused, weighing her options. But in the end, she didn't push him out. She could tell that Bethany cared for him and that Trystan had changed a lot. "Come out here. I need to talk to you," Jenny said, turning and heading into the living room. Trystan followed her shortly after, staying silent as he waited for her to speak. "Do you want to start over with Beth?" she asked bluntly. He nodde