Guarded Hearts

Sloane bit down on her lip, fighting back tears, then wrapped her arms tightly around Valerie's waist and buried her face in Valerie's embrace.

"I just feel ashamed, that's all," Sloane whispered.

Even if she had feelings for him, it still broke her heart. She knew deep down she didn't deserve him ten years ago, and she was even less worthy now.

Besides, she was the one who kicked up all that fuss