It was miserable outside. High winds and heavy rain. Jake still insisted on driving me to and from the mall. I didn't argue or make a fuss. If he wanted to drive me then so be it.

"Ready to go?". He asked.

"He's already there". I slipped my phone into my purse. "He's just messaged to see if I was still coming".

"Are you sure you don't want me to come?".

I closed the door and put on my seatbelt. "I'll be fine, and I told you I have to do this on my own". He wouldn't leave. I knew deep down he ...