277: No Way

Camilla Why did this always have to happen? I thought, feeling tears of frustration prick at my eyes. Why couldn’t things just be simple for once? As I tried to collect my thoughts, I heard the distant sounds of sirens and the murmur of the city night. I was so lost in my emotions that I barely noticed the passing cars or the occasional passerby. I pulled out my phone and checked the time. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to go back inside or just leave for the night. The day had started off so well, but now it felt like everything had unraveled in a matter of moments. Finally, I took a deep breath, hoping that some time alone would help me sort out my feelings and decide what to do next. The night was still young, and I was definitely going to find a way to move past this chaotic mess. I was still leaning against the wall, trying to get my emotions under control when I heard footsteps approaching. I looked up to see Justin walking toward me, his face a mix of regret and determination. H