For three days, I ignored, avoided, and disregarded Cedric, I don't care what you call it. The point is, I treated him as if he didn't exist, even though he never left my side. He sticks to me at the office like a leech, always following me around as if deliberately showing everyone that I belong to him.

No one is allowed to get close, and I think now even Henry feels more hesitant around me. I'm okay with that. It's actually a relief not to have extra burdens on my mind. Our interactions are ...