Fifty two

Hazel.

She wraps her arms around him, her eyes locking onto mine with a mischievous glint. That smile she gives me tells me she's fully aware of the effect she has on me. Planting a kiss on his cheek, she steps back, leaving me to roll my eyes and look away. I know her antics all too well, and I refuse to let them get to me.

"I've been looking all over for you," Tammy laments, gripping his hand tightly. He chuckles and gently disentangles his hand, replacing it with a comforting one on my back. His touch sends a shiver down my spine, and I can't help but smile up at him. His eyes meet mine briefly before flicking to Tammy.

"We arrived not too long ago," he responds casually. I can see the anger bubbling beneath Tammy's surface. She swallows hard, exhaling some of her frustration.

"There are some people I'd like you to meet. Come on," she says abruptly, pulling him away from me. He shoots me an apologetic glance, but I just smile, brushing it off.

I let out a heavy sigh, feeling