My weakness

Chapter 11 : Unexpected comeback.

Billie and Jesse, hand in hand, walked lightly across the university campus. The morning sun illuminated their path, adding a touch of warmth to the crisp air. They had just spent a night together, strengthening their budding connection.

Billie: You know, Jesse, that was an amazing night.

Jesse: Absolutely, Billie. I'm really glad you're here with me.

As they continued walking, suddenly, a familiar face appeared in the crowd. Devon, Jesse's ex-girlfriend, stood a few meters ahead of them. Billie felt her heart race, a hint of apprehension in the air.

Devon: Jesse...

Devon noticed them and approached with an awkward smile. Jesse, surprised, withdrew his hand from Billie's.

Jesse: Devon, hey. This is... unexpected.

Devon: Yeah, I enrolled here recently. I didn't know you'd be here.

Billie (thought): (She must know he's here. Why else would she be at the university where he's enrolled?)

Billie: (aloud) Hey, Devon.

Devon: Hi, Billie. Jesse, could we talk in private?

Jesse hesitated, glancing at Billie. She felt a twinge of uncertainty.

Jesse: (to Billie) I'll be right back, okay?

He followed Devon away, leaving Billie alone with her swirling thoughts.

Billie: (Are they going to talk about their past relationship? Is there still something between them?)

Meanwhile, Jesse and Devon stood aside, exchanging awkward glances.

Devon: Jesse, listen... I didn't expect you to be here.

Jesse: Yeah, it's a coincidence. What do you want?

Devon: Well, I was wondering... how are you?

Jesse: I'm doing well. I have my life here now.

Devon: And... you and her?

Jesse: Me and Billie, we get along great. Why?

Devon: I just wanted to make sure you're happy.

Meanwhile, Billie, watching their exchange, couldn't help but feel uneasy. Questions persisted in her swirling mind.

Billie: (Is there still something between them? Does Jesse love me as much as he loved her?)

During the day at the university, which had started with so much enthusiasm, was now tinged with a shade of uncertainty.

After the unexpected encounter with Devon, Jesse returned to Billie, his eyes reflecting a mix of emotions.

Jesse: (smiling) Billie, sorry about that. Unexpected, you know?

Billie: (trying to smile) Yeah, no problem. What was that about?

Jesse: Just catching up. Nothing serious.

Billie wasn't entirely convinced, but she chose not to press the matter further.

Billie: Okay, let's not let it ruin our day.

Jesse nodded, and they resumed their walk across the campus.

Jesse: You know, Billie, I'm really glad we spent the night together. It meant a lot to me.

Billie: (softly) Yeah, it meant a lot to me too.