When we reached home, the silence was too much to bear. He turned off the ignition and looked straight ahead. He seems to be lost in his thoughts. He is still gripping the steering wheel tightly.
" Ahm, thanks for picking us up, Liam." I broke the silence and stole a glance at him. He looked up for a while, then sighed. He turned to me with a forlorn smile.
" Anytime, babe. You can call me anytime you need my help, alright? Don't run away again or hide. Do not suffer alone, okay? I want you to remember that we are here for you. I am here for you anytime you need me." He told me, grabbed my hand, and squeezed it softly.
I felt the lump in my throat, and my eyes watered. If he only knew. I looked away to blink the tears quickly, then smiled at him and nodded. I opened my door and got out
