Chapter 104

"Dummy, I'm not blaming you. I'm just really worried about you. Next time you go out, take your phone, alright? Just in case something happens, I need to be able to reach you." His voice softened, afraid his earlier tone upset her. "Sorry! I... " I did something you wouldn't forgive. She wanted to confess, but just couldn't say it out loud. This was her fault-it wouldn't fix anything to admit it now. Saying it only eases her guilt, but would hurt him. Some mistakes... they had to stay buried. Let regret eat her up quietly. "Don't say sorry, silly girl. So... today one of my old college buddies invited me for dinner. Told them I'd bring my girlfriend. Wanna come with me?" "Of course!" She smiled. Only people who truly care would want you by their side when meeting family or friends. Him inviting her-it meant she was someone important. "They still don't know I'm actually Vickers. Still think I'm just some broke kid scraping by. So yeah, they're buying dinner today, we're basically going