When did it begin that they became so estranged, their tone like that of two strangers.
No, that's not right, even strangers would smile at each other when they meet, yet for them, there's only silence and awkwardness, they can't even find a topic to discuss!
Mabel Doyle clenched one fist, and with her other hand, she tugged at her hospital gown. After a moment of silence, she stood up and walked towards the bedside. As she passed by the man's side, she caught the pleasant and brisk male fragrance from him.
Her heartbeat intensified, and she held her breath, trying hard to ignore the strong palpitation, biting her lip as she walked back to the bedside.
She lifted the quilt and lay down, glancing at the man's tall and straight profile, then closed her eyes and softly said, "Take care, no need to see me off."
Four words, bland and emotionless, truly even less than strangers.
