Scars Of A Broken Bond

Caught off guard, Bradley chuckled. "I'l be sure to remember next time.” Gradually, the dishes were served.

During the meal, Bradley excused himself to visit the restroom.

Seizing the opportunity, Aylin leaned to Sabrina, whispering, "Is there something going on between you two?" Denying with a shake of her head, Sabrina questioned, "No.

What are you thinking about? Why ask that?" "Isn't it obvious? The signs are all there.” "Well, you've got it wrong." Aylin didn't press further but sighed. "You're still single, Sabrina.

‘You must have a line of suitors at work. You don't like any of them? Maybe | could set you up?" "I have a boyfriend." Sabrina had indeed attracted some attention from her co- workers.Contentt bel0ngs to N0ve/lDrâ/ma.O(r)g!

One of them had been rather persistent.

To ward him off, she claimed she was in a relationship.

"You can fool others, but not me," Aylin retorted, pouting. "If you've got a boyfriend, why haven't we met him?" Sabrina, looking down, assured, “I didn't lie. I'll introduce him when the time is right." She had intended to break the news of her marriage to Tyrone the day he reciprocated her feelings.

That day seemed less likely than ever.

Studying Sabrina's expression, Aylin wondered if she really had a boyfriend.

If so, why hadn't she ever seen a man by side? Even if it were a long-distance relationship he should visit occasionally. Could he be a celebrity? Returning from the restroom, Bradley was followed shortly after by Sabrina.

"Sabrina?"

"Sabrina?" On her way back to the room, she suddenly heard someone calling her.

Sabrina turned around in response to her name, and smiled at the familiar face. “Eddie.”