Chapter 152: Twenty-nine Years Ago 3
Claire blinked, realizing she had been standing frozen for a moment too long. With a small nod, she turned and walked down the stairs, Margaret and Alex following closely behind.
As they reached the front door, Claire hesitated before finally pulling it open.
Mathew stood there, his hands stuffed into the pockets of his suit pants, looking slightly nervous. He was dressed well, in a navy blue suit, and although his hair was neatly styled, there was an awkwardness about him.
Like he wasn't quite sure if he should be there.
When he saw her, his lips curled into a small smile. "Hey... I'm sorry for showing up like this. I had to ask some of our friends to know this place," he said as though knowing they'd ask him how he knew the house.
Claire tilted her head slightly. "It's nothing," she said, her voice neutral. "But... why are you here?"
Margaret and Alex stood close by, watching with curiosity.
Mathew exhaled and rubbed the back of his neck. "I know we barely talk... and that's my fault. I guess I was just too nervous to approach you before. I wasn't sure if you'd even want to talk to me."
Claire arched an eyebrow. Nervous? Around me? What was he saying? She mused, narrowing her eyes.
Margaret, always one to cut through awkward moments, folded her arms. "Then what changed?" she asked, looking him over.
Mathew let out a soft chuckle. "I guess I finally convinced myself to take the risk. I... I wasn't even sure if you'd be home, but I had to try."