C35 A Promise of Protection

To my surprise, it became Nathan. He appeared worn and weary, but his eyes were full of relief when he noticed me.

“Nathan,” I said, my voice a combination of surprise and subject. “What are you doing right here?”

He stepped closer, his expression earnest. “I had to ensure you were safe, Jacqueline. After you left, I couldn’t forestall annoying you approximately.”

I felt a pang of guilt