Chapter 212 You're Not the Shortest Record

The next two days passed quietly. Bella felt much better, and the group began their journey back home. While they had departed with laughter and chatter, the atmosphere on the return trip was noticeably different. The most significant change was with Ian and Celine. They used to be inseparable, but now, they sat on opposite sides. Celine knew there wouldn't be another chance once they returned, so she deliberately glanced at Ian. Eventually, she made her way over to sit next to him. "I'm sorry for what I said before. I was terrified, and I know my words were out of line." Ian responded nonchalantly, "You're right. I didn't take your words to heart anyway. I was never planning on dating you for long to begin with." She felt choked up by his words and was unsure how to continue the conversation. After a moment, she bit her lip and said, "But I don't want to break up so soon. We haven't even been dating for a month." He grinned mischievously. "You're not the shortest rec