“BEST OF FRIENDS”

"What happened to Marius?" Calum's voice carried a hint of bewilderment as he approached me, his eyes searching for answers in my troubled expression.

I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself amidst the whirlwind of emotions that had engulfed me. With MJ held securely in my arms, I sought solace in her presence, drawing strength from the warmth of her embrace.

"Hey, talk to me," Calum urged gently, his concern palpable in his tone as he noticed my silence.

Slowly, I made my way back to the garden set where I had been sitting earlier, the weight of recent events still heavy on my heart. I glanced sadly at the untouched coffee Marius had left behind, a poignant reminder of the unfinished conversation and the unresolved emotions that lingered between us.

Calum settled into the chair that had been occupied by my ex-boyfriend just moments ago, a silent support in my time of need.

"Tell me, what happened?" Calum asked once more, his voice a comforting presence amid turmoil, his e