Chapter 125: Never Again
Cammy’s lips curled into a gentle smile as she tightened her grip on Greg’s arms, grounding him in the moment. "Hey... what’s gotten into you?" she asked softly, searching his face. "Greg, you don’t have to worry. I won’t lie to you—I might still have lingering feelings for Duncan. He’s been a part of my life for so long that I can’t just erase him overnight."
Greg’s jaw tensed, but he stayed silent, waiting for her to continue.
"But that doesn’t mean I’ll choose him," she declared with quiet conviction. "Not after everything I’ve been through. I was naive before, blinded by love, but I’m not that girl anymore. I won’t let myself fall back into the same pain, the same heartbreak."
Her voice hardened, her grip tightening. "Enough is enough. I deserve to be happy, Greg. I deserve a life where I’m seen, heard, and valued. I refuse to be sidelined again, to be treated as an option."
Greg studied her for a long moment, his expression unreadable as if searching for any sign of hesitation. Then, without warning, he pulled her into a fierce hug, wrapping his arms around her like he never wanted to let go. "You promise?" he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper, still carrying a hint of doubt.
A soft chuckle escaped Cammy’s lips as she hugged him back just as tightly. "You have my word, Greg," she assured him, her voice full of warmth. "And thank you... for reminding me that love doesn’t have to mean pain. That not all men are like Duncan."
Greg sighed, finally letting her go but keeping his hands lightly on her shoulders. "Alright," he relented, his lips curving into a small smirk. "I believe you... for now. But you should leave before I change my mind and kidnap you. You’re looking way too adorable right now."
Cammy rolled her eyes but giggled, shaking her head in amusement. On impulse, she leaned up and pressed a quick, feather-light kiss to his cheek. "See you later," she said with a grin before swiftly grabbing the bag of food and making a dash for the door.
Greg stood frozen for a second, completely thrown off by the unexpected gesture. His hand instinctively lifted to his cheek, his fingers brushing the spot where her lips had been. A slow, lopsided smile formed on his face before he suddenly realized what he was doing.