Disillusionment
Engrossed in the moment, it seemed simple. There were only smiles and the usual jest that often accompanied them.
Eddie had been shy. It had been a while since they had been able to speak, properly at least. He had missed it, making a point to linger. Even have a coffee.
She had missed him too. Rachel had sat with him on the sofa, sipping her own coffee as he rambled about which kid had sworn at him today. The same one she had seen as she passed the cooler. It all made her chuckle.
They had met each other's eye, longer than usual. The look in his was intense; hers was confused. Still, there was a determination in both.
"There you are!"
Melissa laughed lightly, dropping between them, her gaze darting unsuspectingly to both. Her smile reflected her genuine love for both and they were ashamed.
This was not the time.