FORTY THREE

NORA

I was however left surprised and at the same time grateful when all he did was pull me in for a hug. I don’t know what made him change his mind, but whatever it is deserves a pat on the back for a job well done.

He made sure the hug lasts no more than a few seconds before withdrawing, a tight cough briefly slipping out his mouth as he itched at his nape and stared at my face, doing nothing to ease the awkwardness but rather intensify it.

“I think I should get going.” Tapping my fingers together by my side, I spoke, and he gave countless nods. That had I not know better, would have thought he wants me away but instead, I can see the nervousness creating impurities in his eyes.

“Yeah, sure. See you later.” He responded, a cocky grin splaying on his lips as I went.

I made my way down the hallway, my hands holding on my backpack’s straps as I continue towards the parking lot.

The ride home was short this time around, which I guess was because I did nothing but slept throughout, g