CHAPTER 37

KENZIE The door opened at the first knock and I stood face to face with Connor. His face creased in worry as he took in the pathetic state of my frame drenched in rain, my mascara smudged down my face mixed with tears he probably didn't see. Guilt crossed his face and he gulped. "Kenzie..." I hugged him before he could say anything else, allowing tears to flow freely down my face since he could not see my face. I remained this way for a minute, inconsiderately letting my wet dress soak the white tees he had on. But he did not complain and pulled me closer, lending me his warmth. "Forgive me for letting you off on your own." I did not say anything. "I searched everywhere for you. I tried your line but I couldn't reach you." "My phone went off." I finally replied and he sighed. "I was so worried about you." I pulled myself away from him and watched his worried eyes. My heart broke for him, seeing that the two people he held most dear to his heart were against him. Planning his