Max's pov
I turn to look at him. "Hey Preston..." i say quietly. He cups my cheek and lifts my head so I'm facing him. "You feel any better today?" I shrug. "Ok" He sighs. "I'm here if you need me" I look up to see a sweet smile which makes me blush. He must've noticed cause he started to giggle. I give him a little smile. "There's the Max I know" He whispers softly and presses his lips against mine. Then I just lost it. Tears started to stream down my cheeks. Preston pulled away and wiped my tears. "I-I'm s-sor..sorry" I struggle to breath"Hey its okay. Just breath. Count with me. 1.2.3.. " He holds me close and rubs my back. After 15 minutes or so I calm down. But as I do all the campers file into the Mess Hall. Preston must've noticed the dissapointed look in my eyes. "Don't worry Maxy We can hang out later" He kissed my nose. "Go spend some time with your friends" I nod and get up to hang out with Nikki and Neil. And Preston goes with Harrison and Nerris.
"Hey Guys." I give a little wave. "Have you noticed how quiet it is?" Neil whispered. "The Silence is too loud." Nikki hissed. "Someone please yell or something!!" She layed her head on the table whimpering. I sit down. "everyone is still greiving" I mumble. "Oh yeah" Neil blinks. "Speaking of which how are you holding up?" I shrug. "Im fine I guess." "Well we're hear for you Max" Nikki pipes up, looking at me with a big smile on her face and Neil nods. I can't help but smile back. "Thanks guys"
