A Convincing Charade

The car window rolled down, revealing Desmond Radcliff's resolute face to her. "I just wanted to make sure you got home safe, I'll leave right away."

"No need, we have nothing to do with each other now. My safety is none of your concern."

"May!" Desmond's eyes turned a shade colder as he replied slowly, "I know you're still mad at me. I won't meddle in your life again, but there are some things I