as calum and i talk, my mind doesn't seem to pull away from the thought of ashton, and for whatever reason i find niall in my thoughts, too. i'm just so hurt by everything and i feel bad for hurting calum, but what did he expect? we only knew each other for a couple of days. it wasn't like i'd immediately walk down the aisle with him.
we both exit the diner and awkwardly look at each other like we just realized how uncomfortable all of this is. i mean, an hour ago he was mad at me and just a second ago we were laughing and seeing who can eat their burger the fastest.
"i'm sorry again, calum," i say.
he smiles, "it's okay, i'll get over it."
he pulls me into an awkward hug. i unsurely place my chin on his shoulder as he oddly pats my back. pulling away, he scratches the back of his head.
"bye,"
"bye."
