In all their years of friendship, Sabrina had never seen Bettie shed tears so profoundly.
Through her tears, Bettie whispered, Why did he return? After Leaving so decisively, why come back?
Sabrina remained silent, letting her speak.
It was clear that running into Lance tonight had resurrected painful memories from years past.
For the three years Sabrina had known Bettie, Lances name had never crossed their conversations, as if he was a stranger.
Bettie had always been the embodiment of joy, energy, and optimism every time they met over the past few years.
Everyone harbored some pain, but Bettie chose to lock hers away, presenting a brave face to the world.
Those old wounds might have stayed concealed, lost in the recesses of her heart, if not for tonights reunion.
Now, Sabrina pieced together why Bettie loved scrolling through pictures of attractive men online, and why she opted for male servers to keep her company over drinks and songs, yet never genuinely gave her heart to someone.
Perhaps she hadnt moved past Lance, or maybe the hurt was so deep that love seemed Like a far-fetched dream.
In the past I was so patient, and so understanding from the start I wished for him to stay, but he Left anyway Hes been gone for seven years. Why did he come back now? Betties voice broke amidst her sobs.
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Hearing her friends voice quiver with pain was gut-wrenching for Sabrina.
Betties never Looked so upset before, at least not in her eyes.
Seven years ago, Bettie was in college.
Sabrina, you cant grasp how deeply I love him. Even when my family wished for me to study overseas, I resisted, wanting to be near him. I convinced them to let me remain. But then, out of nowhere, he chose to leave, leaving no room for discussion. And even if he returned, why now? Why did you happen to appear in front of me?
Betties voice trailed off, her words becoming softer and more indistinct, making it difficult for Sabrina to hear clearly.
Eventually, she reclined in the back seat, her face streaked with dried tears and her lips moving in a faint murmur as sleep took over.
Arriving at Wandas place, Sabrina carefully stepped out of the car to pick up Jennie.
She whispered a heads-up to Jennie. Betties asleep in the back. You can take the front seat tonight. Just be quiet inside the car.
Jennie gave an understanding nod.
They then made their way into the residential area and parked in the underground garage.
Gently nudging Bettie, Sabrina said, Bettie, time to wake up. Weve reached home. Lets get you to bed.