Chapter 223

Mini gave a small nod, forcing a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. "I know, Ely. And I’m really grateful. But I promise, I’m okay." Elayna didn’t believe her not entirely but she also knew Mini. If she pushed too hard, Mini would shut down completely. So she reached over and squeezed her friend’s hand. "Just remember I love you must" Mini chuckled softly, the sound tinged with sadness. " I know, I love you too." But as they drove off, both girls knew some wounds couldn’t be fixed with words. And some hearts… were just trying their best to survive quietly. Elayna dropped Mini at her home and drove off, the silence in the car lingering even after she left. Mini walked slowly toward her house, her steps heavy, heart heavier. She hadn’t expected to see him today. Not like that. It had been more than a month since the night they spent together one she tried to lock away in the back of her mind, pretending it didn’t mean anything. Pretending she hadn’t been waiting for a message, a cal