If I Should Fall Behind
Stacy left a few weeks ago.
10.
Cuddy's smile was timid as if she didn't feel as having the right to express too much of her relief and pride over the efforts he has made along the past months.
"You look fine – better" she said then breath.
He verbally mocked her awkwardness and they found their rhythm, conversing playfully. He looked skinnier but stronger at the same time, though a little pale. But the sparkle in his disconcerting blue eyes remained, challenging and focused on her.
"Wanna walk with me to the parking lot -" he asked.
"Okay" she offered quickly with a little almost childish smile.