Chapter 6 I'll Love You as You Deserve

That evening, I had dinner with Cameron.

The hours slipped away as we talked, each moment lighter than the last; his company was a sanctuary from stress.

After dinner, Cameron suggested we go for a movie.

It took me a moment to remember the last time I had been to a cinema. We settled on a comedy, and I spent the entire time laughing like a fool.

This had been the happiest day I've had in a very long time.

Thus, I didn't hesitate when he offered to drive me home. However, I hadn't anticipated Jeffrey appearing at my doorstep.

Jeffrey's surprise was evident as he saw Cameron beside me. However, I didn't bother with explanations.

I gave Cameron a nod, signaling it was time to leave. He understood, asking no questions, as he nodded and left. Perhaps he sensed the personal weight of the moment.

"Who is he?" Jeffrey demanded, seizing my hand.

"You have no right to know," I retorted, pulling away.

"It's only been a few days, and you're already with someone new," he accused, his