A furrow marred Brian's brow as he snapped his eyes open, promptly pulling away from Selina's touch and nudging her aside.

“I'm good, no need," he said, his words carrying a cold detachment that sent ripples of discomfort through Selina.

“Brian, are you still holding a grudge for my Leaving?"

Brian adjusted his disheveled attire.

"It's in the past."

! Brian, I regret it! I was naive, easily swayed by smooth talk and false promises."

Selina grasped his hand, her tone steady and sincere.

“Then, I realized, the one I truly care for was you all along. Brian, I've returned to begin anew, with you!"

Taken aback, Brian hadn't anticipated such an admission from Selina. He disentangled his hand from hers, a frown Lining his forehead.

Just as he was about to respond, his phone chimed, interrupting the thickening silence.

The caller ID displayed Rosalynn's name, and at once, his furrowed brows smoothed out, a palpable relief washing over him.

"I have to take this," Brian said, his gaze falling onto the glowing screen.

Selina's eyes followed his and registered the name-Rosalynn. The softness in Brian's eyes stung her, setting her heart on a turbulent spin.

Brian answered the call, his voice mellow and inviting.

"Hello?"

“Brian, I'm with your grandma right now. Just wanted to check if you're back or should I head home?"

Rosalynn's voice flowed in through the receiver, filling the silence of the car.

A smile tugged at Brian's lips.

"I'm on my way. Just wait for me."

The sight was like a punch in the gut for Selina. The gentleness Brian once reserved for her, now directed at another woman, threatened to consume her with jealousy. And as if fate conspired, the car jostled unexpectedly. Seizing the moment, Selina fell into Brian's arms, feigning pain.

“Ouch, that hurt," she exclaimed, her voice a tad louder, laced with a flirtatious tone.

Brian's brows knitted together as he stared at her.