897 Both are hurting (2)

Within two seconds Ellie was out of sight. Her figure disappeared between parked cars.

Jasper rubbed his temples while trying to understand how did his world collapse so quickly? He remembers the excitement when Faith brought into his office that invitation and a neatly wrapped outfit. And how he checked himself after he showered in his office… and how he eagerly waited to see Ellie at that fashion show… and now she is gone, and he has a gaping hole in his chest and it's difficult to breathe.

Without thinking, he got his phone and dialed Ellie's. His heart stopped when he heard her phone from the front of the car. Of course, she dropped it when he kissed her… out of revenge. Because he was angry. He was a jerk and hurt her… and she still wanted to explain herself. He does not deserve Ellie.

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