Chapter 163

"Alright," I nodded, then turned to Lindey. "We're heading out."

She gave me a quick look, clearly sensing something was up. Her eyes flicked upstairs, probably wondering what had gone down between me and Matthew, but she didn't push it. "Drive safe."

Hayden and I slid into the car, and right as I was about to turn the key, he pressed his hand over mine, stopping me. "What's up?" he asked, his tone all gentle but definitely not letting it go.

"Nothing, we talked about my parents," I admitted, not even trying to dodge it.

"You asked about the accident, didn't you?" He nailed it, like he always did.

I gave a dry laugh. "Yeah, looks like you're rubbing off on me. I had to know."

"And?" he pushed, not dropping it.

Remembering Matthew's words, I started the car and hit the gas, giving Hayden the answer. "It was just an accident."

As we pulled away from the Johnston residence, I added, "There are official reports and everything."

Hayden didn't push any further. We drove in silence,