Seriously

“Maybe another time.” Ethan shifts back from her, putting what he thinks is only a few extra inches between them, but what is really a world of distance.

“Oh…” Alex slumps slightly, her slender shoulders dropping. “Okay, well…” she clears her throat. “I’ll see ya around town I guess.”

“See ya,” Ethan turns around and heads home, not realizing the doors he’s closing.