Chapter 32. Best If You Left

Lila’s POV

My path almost led me directly into a solid wall as I turned to leave or should I say a solid Caleb.

His eyes widened in what I assumed was concern.

“ Whoa, Lila! You okay?” He said and smiled awkwardly.

Of all the people to run into.

“Yes, Caleb I am doing well. Just a little bit busy.”

I was hit by a flood of unwanted memories as he took a step closer. Reminiscences of his effortless charm, his laughter and then—the piercing pain of betrayal upon seeing and Madison.

His tone softened and he added a fake worry that made my teeth itch.

“How are you feeling now? You fainted on Saturday.”

I nodded. “I’m feeling better now. Thank you.”

“You were at the rink.”

I made a hazy gesture in the direction of the empty rink. “Yes, I was—”

Caleb went on, his eyes still on me.

“ I was so worried when…..” he trailed off, transfixed. “I remembered that moment in fifth grade when you truly passed out. I w