C59 Between Regret and Trust

"It's no use crying, here, use this," Brian said, offering a light blue handkerchief to Hazel. His gaze was sincere, though his movements were slightly awkward, as if he wasn't used to facing situations like this.

Hazel quickly turned her head, her swollen, red eyes still wet with tears. She took a deep breath, then hurriedly wiped her cheeks with the back of her hand. "No need, thanks