I turned off the ignition but didn't immediately alight from the car. Elena didn't say a word all through the ride and right now, she was still just as pale. And still silently sobbing.

I was itching to dry those tears but I didn't wanna upset her any bit. So I kept my hands to myself.

Finally, I alighted the car, went around, and opened the door to the passenger's seat. She didn't budge. I grabbed her hand, slowly pulling her out of the car.

She came out and I slammed the door shut. ...