MADISON
We step out of our building, hand in hand, giving off the appearance of a couple. Caleb is engrossed in a phone call with someone named Jeffery, so I let my gaze wander around the surroundings, focusing on trivial things like the two men rummaging through the dumpster. Standing next to Caleb, I flinch slightly, and he releases my hand to wrap his arm around my shoulder, drawing me close.
He tilts his head and nods, a reassuring smile on his lips, radiating a sense of safety that's hard to resist.
I can't help but wonder what Caden's reaction is to this change in circumstances. It's not like he'll ever be okay with my relationship, especially since he's never been in a position where he has to watch me leave with anyone who has a soul. I'd bet he's currently wallowing in self-pit
