There was no reason to hide now. His decision was made up. His father saw. He knew…
William didn’t need to say it, not out loud. He didn’t feel the need to cross that bridge twice or be sucked into the vortex of which was his father’s room… it was just over.
So he’d have to work doubles at the grocery store? So what? If it gave him the space he needed, he’d do it. If it helped his girlfriend feel like she had a safe space to go after that, it was worth it.
They were young. They’d figure things out.
They had time and love on their side…
“Everything okay?” Malorie asked when he returned.
William tightened his lips before answering.
No secrets.
“My Dad was there…”
“Is everything okay?” she asked again, trying to look him over him finding nothing.
“I… yeah,” he paused. “Physic
