Chapter 24

Joanna asked, "So all those nights you couldn't sleep… it was because you were scared I'd leave with Calvin?" Joanna's teasing caught George completely off guard. His cheeks flushed red. Seeing his expression, Joanna tilted her head with faux disappointment. "But I had no choice. Calvin's got a girlfriend now, and he doesn't want me anymore. He came back to see me one last time and to say goodbye." George stared at her, stunned at first, then visibly relieved. A quiet smile tugged at his lips as he exhaled. "His girlfriend? Where is she? I didn't see him bring her along." Joanna arched an eyebrow and asked, "Why are you so interested in someone else's girlfriend? What's wrong, George? Did I disappoint you? Or are you secretly wishing I was with someone else?" "No!" George blurted out before wrapping an arm around her shoulders, desperate to prove his loyalty. Joanna laughed but didn't push it further. They had dinner together, something simple but warm. Then they took a walk al