Chapter 38 : I've Missed You

*Grace*

I stood by the building's entrance, watching as my parents' car disappeared from sight. They had come and gone faster than a blink, but I was so grateful that I had managed to get their visit. It made me feel at home, like I needed to be reminded that I had people who cheered and loved me no matter what.

Now, I was alone again, but my mother's words echoed through my mind.

"Love can withstand any challenges." Was she right? Could the love David and I shared endure the obstacles we faced? My heart ached as I thought about Sarah, our friendship shattered by my love for her father.

I wished she could see that and try to understand us. Was I being unfair by thinking like that? Was that selfish of me?

My phone rang, surprising me, and I knew it was David before even glancing at the screen. He'd been calling relentlessly these past few days, desperate to get a hold of me. But I hadn't felt ready to talk to him until now.

In reality, I was dying to hear his voice. To know how