Penny dropped her hands to her side and turned to face Christian as he suggested they go for a walk. Her eyes still burned and she really just wanted ti leave Luke’s property and go back home, but Christian was right. She was too angry to drive. She put her hand in his and squeezed it slightly as he pulled her along down the road. It was warm and soft. It was funny how holding someone’s hand could make a person feel safe and comforted. It was silent for a bit before Penny decided to break it. 

“[color=f49ac2]I want him to care. And I care, even though I wish I didn’t. I’m sorry this has been so uncomfortable for you. I don’t usually yell or get frustrated so easily.”[/color] Penny felt her face heat up in embarrassment over how she acted. She thanked God it was dark outside so Christian couldn’t see the coloration.