Chapter 22

Smitten

Ever since I heard their story from Grandma Gracia, although I did not experience the same intensity of pain, I empathized with him. Ever since I heard that, unconsciously I tried to understand him. As Grandma Gracia begged me. Even though there are many times when I don't really understand his behavior, I just think that's how he really is. That's how he deals with his issues. And that no matter how many times I try, I will never fully understand.

Their family seems to have a lot of secrets and mysteries. I have an idea but my understanding of his family is not that deep. He was raised alone by a grandparent. It can still be considered family, but I know that somehow he still misses his parents' care.

The things Elize and I talked about have not been removed from my mind. That's why I feel like I'm floating when I get home to the condo. Bailey wasn't there when I came in. He usually would lurk around my unit when we were not that busy. Either to annoy me or just entertain h