Chapter 156: Lost Item
Hailey
"I don’t like the idea of leaving you alone with Marcus," Josh announces after kissing me one last time at the airport.
I smile at his protectiveness. "I will be fine. Marcus had been keeping his distance from me ever since the party. I think whatever Rebecca did worked. Or maybe it’s the fact that he saw how much I like you. But regardless of the reason, I am glad he backed off."
Josh hums thoughtfully. "I hope Rebecca is okay. It’s not like she makes a habit of having one-night stands."
"Well, now that you are going back home, you can check on her and make sure," I say.
Josh nods. "Yeah, you are right. And of course, to face Sarah’s wrath for not telling her about you and me from the beginning," he adds and laughs.
I laugh. "Sarah is very happy for us."
"Yeah," he mutters, grinning as he pulls me in for one last hug. "Be careful with Marcus. And call me, okay?"
"I will," I promise.
As I watch him walk toward security, disappearing into the crowd, a heavy feeling settles over me. I was getting too used to having him by my side, and now, I will be alone here.
At least he promised to fly over to me often...