C120 Promise

Ben’s apology wraps around me like a blanket, squeezing out the residue anger in my chest. Maria's words replace the burning ache. We all deserve a second chance, especially him. I flick the strand of hair falling over his forehead. I have missed doing something as simple as this.

“It’s okay,” I whisper.

Our lips move closer and he interlaces our hands to place a kiss on my knuckles