Chapter 153



I checked my planner, and realized Herschel's birthday was just three days away.

It didn't feel right to burden him with heavy news on his special day, so I decided to deliver my gift early. That way, I could skip the festivities altogether without feeling guilty.

But before I could act on my plan, Dustin showed up out of the blue.

I hadn't seen him since we left the amusement park, and I almost didn't recognize him at first glance.

"Guess I'm a bit of a coal miner now, huh?" Dustin joked, referring to his disheveled appearance.

His comment made me think of Ernest, and I couldn't help but smile. "Your mom would have a fit if she saw you like this."

"Nah, she thinks I look more rugged this way," Dustin said, trying to lighten the mood.

agreeing. "Definitely adds to your

his face,

to keep things light, I

to visit Herschel, I asked, "How are your folks

words

work, but since

by today," I paused, "to talk to

gaze lingered

the topic.

the company I joined, even

on Dustin's face; he already

about it. And

He said again, "I was arranged by my dad as a lobbyist today. Felicia... come back." Dustin's serious tone took me by surprise and made me

recalled an incident from

couple of kicks. It was the first time I'd seen Herschel lay a hand on someone, and Dustin took it without a tear or an explanation. His embarrassment

shame.

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