Chapter 26

"Come on, I'll give you a ride home," Albert offered.

With tired steps, I followed Albert who was walking beside me. That earlier incident still had me all tense and a bit emotional.

I hopped in and sat in the passenger seat after Albert opened the car door for me. After putting on my seatbelt, Albert revved up the car.

"Joy, you really scared the heck out of me."

"Huh? Scared? Why?" I asked, puzzled.

"I was scared of losing you...."

"What's that supposed to mean?" I replied, feeling embarrassed.

"Do you know? There's this new thing about the Earth not being round," Albert said with a serious face.

"Huh, seriously? How come I haven't heard about it?" I asked, confused.

"Because ever since I met you, the Earth became the shape of a heart. Teehee!"

Oh, Albert. That was so cheesy! I smiled shyly, too embarrassed to even look at his face. Suddenly, my heart felt all warm. What was this feeling, though?

"Joy, you know what the most beautiful night is?"

"Hmm... the first night?"