Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Francis' gaze sharpened, a sense of urgency tightening in his throat.

He glanced at Caroline, hesitating as if he had something to say but eventually remained silent and turned to leave.

Caroline's eyes widened in shock, her voice raising in anger, "Francis! You stop right there!"

Hearing her, Francis paused, turning back with a look of conflict and difficulty.

"Francis!"

Caroline took a step forward, gripping his arm tightly, her eyes swelling with tears as she slowly shook her head, the words forcing their way out between clenched teeth. "You, can't, go!"

"Caroline..." Francis frowned, looking steadily at her.

Finally, he lifted his hand, gently removing hers. "We'll talk about us... when I get back."

Caroline stumbled backward, taking a couple of steps back.

Francis gave her one last look before he walked away.

"Francis! Francis!"

Behind him, Caroline was nearly in tears.

"What on earth is going on?"

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