Chapter 73 – Trying

The next morning, Luna wasn’t pleased when they were about to leave. He was daring her to drive the vehicle and she adamantly refused.

“Come on, just try it. It’s simple enough.”

“No. I’d rather not go if you’re going to force me.”

They’ve been going back and forth since earlier, trying to convince the other. She was close to snapping and uttered such words. They both froze. Each of them felt guilty for different reasons.

Alex sighed and ran his hand through his hair. “Alright. Just get in. I’ll drive.”

It was such a bad start and they were silent for a while. Luna knew herself. She’s not skilled enough to drive. She didn’t even have experience behind the wheel. She didn’t want to risk crashing the pack’s asset into a ditch or worse, into a human.

Alex reached for her hand, making her feel relieved.

“I’m sorry.” She felt useless again. She realizing he was simply encouraging her to learn how, but she flatly declined. She should be more willing. It would be good for herself, too.

Alex