#Chapter 211: The Good and the Bad

Abby After we shake on our new agreement, I can’t help but feel a sense of relief wash over me. It feels as if a weight has been lifted off of my chest, and I can finally breathe a little easier; all thanks to a promise to keep things casual and take it slow for now. I look at Karl and smile, grateful for his understanding. “Let’s have breakfast,” I say, meeting his gaze. “What are you hungry for?” He shrugs. “I’ll take you out. Anywhere you want to go, just tell me. Ask, and it’s yours.” The thought of going out together sounds nice, but at the same time, I think it’s better if we just stay at home. “How about I make us something instead?” I ask. “Maybe going out right now isn’t the best idea if we want to keep things private, and besides; I’m too tired after yesterday to go anywhere.” Karl nods, his eyes filled with a mixture of tenderness and desire. “Whatever you want,” he says. While Karl is putting on something a bit more comfortable, I head into the kitchen and start brew