Let her go

As he promised, Vasquez stops the car in front of the supermarket where Leona is standing alone while making circles on the ground. The frown on her face is giving him a hint of worry.

The eyes are puffy, corners of them are red. The way her back is leaning forward, he can feel her exhaustion.

" I brought your school uniform. Leona!"

His gentle voice echoes in her eardrums, making her raise her head. He walks forward, with a shopping bag. The backpack is on the back seat of his car.

" You are here, Mr. Vasquez!"

Her eyes spark with happiness and instead of watching him walking towards him, she runs and hugs him tightly.

His hands raise, seeing her embracing him with a strong grip. His expressive eyes are on her with red cheeks when she nuzzles his chest and moans with excitement.

" Mr. Vasquez is the best human being I have ever met."

" What happened? You are being so sweet suddenly. Did you do something behind me?" With a grin, he hugs her back, stroking her hair gently. How can