Chapter 90: Trust

Rose's POV: "Hi, babe," Rose said to Eric, giving him a hug as he walked into the hallway. "Hey," he said coldly. Looking visibly unhappy. "What's wrong?" Rose asked, her brow furrowing. "You seem upset." "It's nothing," Eric said, avoiding eye contact. "Just a tough day at work." "I'm here for you if you want to talk," Rose said, reaching out to take his hand. But he pulled away, his body stiff. "I said it's nothing," he said, his tone sharp. "I just want to be alone for a while." "Okay," Rose said, her heart sinking. "If you need anything, you know where to find me." Eric felt bad immediately. It wasn't her fault that his mom hated her. "I went to my Helena, my mom, today.". He said. "Oh?" Rose said, her curiosity piqued. "How did it go?" "Not well," Eric said, sighing. "She doesn't like you, and she's not afraid to say so. It's like she thinks you're some kind of evil temptress and that I'm under your spell." "That's ridiculous," Rose said, shaking her head.