Brian let out a deep sigh, "Sabrina, the truth's gonna come out sooner or later. They're bound to find out eventually."
Sabrina's eyelashes fluttered, her usual lively tone replaced by a hint of sadness. "Brian, I'm scared... Maybe we should just call it quits."
"That's not happening." Brian's voice was unwavering. "Sabrina, trust me on this, alright? I'll sort it out."
Sabrina's face was a mix of sadness and a touch of hopelessness. "How do you plan on sorting it out? Are you thinking about making them divorce just so we can be together?"
Brian furrowed his brow, staying silent.
Allison felt a headache brewing as she listened in.
She sighed, a bit exasperated, "I'll keep your secret, but you need to sort this out soon. It's one thing for me to know, but if any gossip-hungry folks get wind of it and snap a few pics for the tabloids, you'll be front-page news by tomorrow."
Allison looked at Sabrina with a serious expression, "Sabrina, Brian's right. You can't hide the truth forever. Your parents will find out eventually. It’s better to come clean on your terms."
Sabrina lowered her gaze, staring at the floor, saying nothing.
Brian pulled her close, wrapping her in his arms. "Sabrina, as long as I'm here, there's nothing to fear."
...
After leaving the restaurant, Allison drove back to the Owens' place.
With no work on Sunday, she planned to spend some quality time with her sister Lizzy.
While waiting at a red light, her phone screen lit up with a new message.
Allison glanced at it.
Watson: [Are you home yet?]
Allison quickly replied.
[Still on the road, what's up?]
Watson was almost instant in his reply.
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