Lorenzo

I watched as Eva shook off Toby's arm, and then she turned to me and also snapped her arm off my grasp.

This caused a change in my facial expression because I thought she was going to accept me.

"I'm fine, I can go home alone," she said, her voice firm. "I don't need a guide. I'm a strong, capable woman who can take care of herself."

I felt a pang of guilt and nervousness as she turned to me, her gaze piercing. "I wonder why you're even back," she whispered. "I thought you said I should leave your car."

I opened my mouth to respond, but she cut...