My best friend, my saviour

Gabrielle flickered her eyes to cease the guilt that threatened to make her blurt the disclosure that the recent situation forced her to turn to a secret. She wasn't the type to hide her emotions or anything that bothered her wellbeing, but she was willing to make an effort for the sake of her best friend's happiness

At least, for now.

She moved closer to Raina, slowly tugged her head to her shoulder, and traced her hand which she clutched in a comforting manner.

"Damn. You hurt Jude in several ways and I can't imagine the pain he went through. At the same time, I can't imagine being in your complicated situation because my mental health would have permanently deteriorated before I could think of finding a solution. Remember how I almost ran mad because of my parents' divorce? I have always admired how much of a strong woman you are. Someone who could only be broken by her loved ones."

Raina raised her head from Gabrielle's shoulder, but their hands were still stapled into one a