Love Me Some More

ices harmonizing with the soft morning light that filtered through the curtains. A plate of warm blueberry pancakes sat at the center, a delicious symbol

akes inquired, her hazel eyes dancing with cu

nd a warm smile, nodded. "Indeed, dear. Thom

e. As his parents exchanged thoughts on the new reverend, Lake's thoughts seemed to dri

s voice steady despite the flutter in his chest.

nd Mrs. Lakes, a subtle exchange that spoke volumes. Unspoken tension hung in

etween his son and his wife. "Well, Lake, you se

round. "I know, Dad, but Sasha's been having trouble with her

her expression hinting at a decision. "Alright, Lake," she finally said w

titude, and he managed a ge

e. Sasha's address had been provided, and he maneuvered the familiar streets of Willowbrook to

the serene backdrop of the Lakes' car, Mr. Lakes offered

ing a hint of uncertainty. She settled into the car'

envelop the car in an air of tension. Mr. Lakes stole glances at Sasha, noting th

sha?" he finally ventured,

briefly before returning to the passing s

e decided he would discuss this strange occurrence with his wife later, sensing

sha offered a small smile, gratitude twinkling

don't hesitate to ask." He returned her smile wa

ughts swirling with unanswered questions. He knew he would have to share this peculiar encounter with his wife, for there was an uns

ng the mystery behind Sasha's troubled silence, with the hope of helpi

he school's corridors buzzed with activity as students hustled to their classes, but Sasha's mind remained preo

of emotions, a mixture of intense affection and moments of jealousy that she struggled to control. Whenever Lake was around other girls, a fie

ound herself lost in thought, staring blankly at the pages of her te

What's got you so

small smile. "Oh, sorry. Jus

yebrow. "Thinking

shade of pink, and she chuckle

e like the town's Romeo and Juliet. I swear, the way you lo

within her, there was an undercurrent of uncertainty that she couldn't ignore. She couldn't help but wonder if

eir world, and Sasha's eyes scanned the crowd for a familiar figure. She spotted Lake by his locker, chatting with a group of friends. Their eyes met, and for a

hat moment, she knew that even though the path ahead might be fraught with challenges and unc

he surface was ready to be unleashed, and she was prepared to confront whatever obstacles lay ahead. With every step, she felt her

ntinued, their hearts entwined in a dance of unspoken feelings, whispered promises, and