Brought Shock

Landon's eyes were pinned on crouched down woman who sobbed relentlessly. Her body trembled while she hugged her knees.

Variety of indescribable and inexplicable emotions crossed through his eyes. He walked over to her and placed his hand around her shoulders.

Then, he said, "It is cold. Get up."

His touch caused her body to stiffen. Rejected it, she slapped his hand away and got up.

Her cheeks and nose was flushed. Her eyes were reddened. She was about to wipe her tears with the back of her hand when she noticed the handkerchief he held towards her, urging her to take it.

Hesitancy showed in her expression.

Nonetheless, not having any tissues with her, she accepted the handkerchief and wiped away the remnants of the tears.

Once done, she locked away all the vulnerable emotions and faced him with coldness.

"Let's go," she said, her voice void of emotions.

For a second there, she almost thought she spotted a sense of loss in those indifferent eyes but, thinking that was incredulous, b