My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

"Is it far from here?" Laura asked, a bit concerned.

"Not really. I could actually walk, but honestly, with the crutches, it's kind of uncomfortable—and risky."

"If you wait for me, I'll say goodbye to my sister and give you a ride. I'm guessing it's on the way, so..."

"No! No, you came to see your sister. You should be here with her..." Adrian said, trying to keep her from feeling like she had to help him.

"Have you seen the time? Visiting hours are almost over. I'm heading home anyway-plus, Adele needs me," said Laura, getting up from the table. "Wait here. I'll help you up when we're ready to go."

Adrian just watched as this determined girl ignored his protests and did what she wanted. There was no doubt the girl he used to know had changed. She wasn't that shy kid anymore. He was looking at a strong, independent woman now.

A woman who made her own decisions. It had taken a little over a year, but the girl he once knew had grown into a mother and a woman.

Meanwhile, he felt ashamed of who he'd become. First, a rebellious son, and then someone whose family had found a way to control him.

They'd forced him to marry someone he didn't love-a person who somehow ended up controlling the entire relationship. And now that it was over, it was obvious things weren't going to be easy.

He didn't have a job. His studies were at risk, especially with his savings running out fast-more so now that he had to pay for the injuries caused by Alice's bodyguard.

walked back to Serenity's room. Inside, only Celeste was there, waiting for Peter, and Alden, who was tending to his

but I'll be back first thing in the morning so Alden can get some rest. Celeste, are you coming with me? Want me to

me to wait here. You go on home,

Celeste—oh my God, you're already sounding like a worried aunt..." said Laura, laughing at

narrowing her eyes. "Hey, can I check

watched the exchange, saying nothing. Laura and Celeste stepped out of the room, and that's when Celeste spoke seriously to

going with that guy I saw you with, please... don't do anything crazy. I know you know exactly

just giving him a ride. I don't want anything with him,

little girl is waiting at home. Don't make things too easy for this young

worry, nothing's going to happen. I'm just a bit concerned after seeing the

Just be careful and don't drive home too

to say goodbye to her sister. After that, she headed down

the bill and was walking

you

not

on my own. My