Dakota’s body tensed slightly. It was a reaction Cameron had anticipated.
He gently reassured her, “Silly girl, don’t worry. I won’t go looking for Laura anymore.”
Their relationship had ended a long time ago. After the night Laura had spoken those words, everything between them had irrevocably concluded.
“I didn’t mean to imply…” she hesitated, looking uncertain, “Cameron, do you think I’m being petty?”
“Of course not!” Cameron instantly replied, “Dakota, you’ve been
incredibly understanding. If you were any more lenient, I’d be worried about maintaining my status as your boyfriend.”
Dakota’s eyes flickered with emotion. She pressed her lips together slightly and murmured, “Thank you, Cameron.”
“What are you thanking me for?” he asked as he was taken aback.
“For understanding me,” she said with a radiant smile.
“Silly girl.” Cameron felt a wave of affection wash over him. “I should be the one thanking you for your tolerance and understanding. Actually, you’re probably worried that mentioning Laura might upset me, right?”
Indeed, he had always understood the nuances of Dakota’s feelings.
“Yes.” she nodded softly.
“Rest assured, it won’t,” he comforted.
“That’s good to hear,” Dakota said with relief.
Their gazes met each other, and there was a feeling of understanding
between them as they smiled at each other.
“Alright, let’s try to sleep now. Staying up late is unhealthy for you,” Cameron said affectionately.
“Okay,” Dakota agreed obediently.
Cameron turned off the light, and the room was enveloped in darkness.
As Dakota lay down in bed, she said softly, “Actually, what I’m really worried about isn’t so much you meeting Laura but that you might run into Alan.” “Silly girl, I know.” Cameron’s voice was low and reassuring. “Don’t worry, nothing’s going to happen.”
“Alright,” Dakota responded softly.