CHAPTER 301: DISTORTED

Lauretta sighed with relief as they pulled into her apartment complex. She had to resist the urge to jump down and help George out of the car. “Is this a good place to park?” Ryan asked and she looked around before nodding. “Let's quickly help him up, before someone sees us and starts suspecting something fishy.” They both stepped out at the same time and Lauretta held the door while Ryan pulled George's sleeping form out and with great effort,slung him over his shoulder. He bit the inside of his cheek,in frustration,his tongue running over the sore spot in a useless attempt ro soothe the dull ache. The night had been going so well and George just had to ruin it,like he ruined his relationship with the woman walking beside him; nevermind that he did so unconsciously. “I'm so glad we found him first,” Lauretta started as they entered the elevator. “Thank you for helping,Ryan. You are a good man.” He felt a wave of shame crash over him, because he knew that if it weren't for her