Scars and Secrets

Valerie said, "Gideon, since we've parted ways, let's keep it that way!"

Valerie left the abandoned farmhouse with Leo and drove home.

Leo hung his head, his small face filled with disappointment. He occasionally glanced at Valerie, lacking enthusiasm and feeling a bit downcast.

He thought adult relationships were troublesome. He vowed he and Finn would never fall in love.

Thinking of Finn made Le