LXXVIII

MAYBE HE REALIZED that Amethyst was a better match for him?

The other girl was prettier, richer, and an overall better match for him anyway, the mean but honest side of Laia chastises her.

Did everything go too fast after all? Were Laia's naivety and eagerness to the affection and attention that Samuel offered and gave her the reason why he left without a single word?

Was everything he said a lie?

Was he dating Amethyst all along behind Laia's back?

"Laia.."

"Jake," Laia sighed deeply before continuing. Her eyes stung. She wanted to cry so badly but she didn't want to do it in front of the two boys in front of her who were already watching her with pity in their eyes. "I have to go--"

"You can stay for a while," The girl heard Sawyer say. The actor was already on his way to the kitchen. "I don't mind,"