Chapter 18 I Can't Be Happy

Paige's POV

I felt awkward in Steve's tight hug, so I was the one who pulled away and took a single step back.

"I'll cook your lunch, Steve. I'm sure you haven't eaten anything."

He smiled bitterly. "I'm fine, Paige."

I shook my head. "I'm not leaving yet, Steve. I need to make sure that you're really fine."

"How about your cousins?" He suddenly asked, ignoring what I said. "You should be taking care of them and your Aunt Precy. How is she, by the way?"

I smiled sadly. "She's still unconscious, Steve. And don't worry about my cousins. They're fine."

"How 'bout you?" He asked, staring into my eyes.

I heaved a sigh. "I'm scared for Aunt Precy. You can't take that away from me. Nevertheless, I'm okay."

He nodded and sat on the stool. He watched me as I cooked his lunch. I can feel his stares as he's just silently watching me. I don't know what he's thinking, since I can't read the expression on his face. It was blank, but his eyes were full of sorrow.

"Paige…"

I glanced at him. "Hmm?"

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