Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed novel Chapter 23

"No," Millie said, shaking her head. Then, blushing, she tiptoed closer and said, "I want to spend a little more time with you."

Before she could get any closer, Murray took the lead. With one arm, he wrapped her waist and planted a fierce kiss on her.

Whoa! The crowd around them went wild again.

"Dude, get a room!"

"Man, that's some crazy love!"

Roseanne watched the scene unfold, her fingers turning white as she gripped her book tightly. So, hearts did break. Yet her face remained eerily calm, almost numb.

She thought, ‘You get used to it.’

If quitting smoking had withdrawal symptoms, what was a six-year relationship? Without lingering any longer, Roseanne turned to leave. She had books to get back to.

In the crowd, Murray felt something amiss and glanced around. A familiar silhouette flashed through his vision.

But then, Millie's soft hand slipped into his, their fingers intertwining affectionately.

Millie asked softly, "What are you looking at?"

Murray turned his gaze back to her. "Nothing."

After escorting Millie to her dorm, Murray prepared to leave.

But Millie held onto his hand, her eyes brimming with adoration. "It's still early. Can't you stay a bit longer?"

Murray patted her head and said, "Be good. I'll pick you up this weekend."