Coward

"Did Derek leave?" I silently closed the door.

"Why did you leave?"

"You didn't say good bye."

"... But why didn't you tell me you were leaving.. I would have walked you out.."

"I know you don't like Katie, but I thought you were better than that. Maybe I'll see you at Christmas."
"I hope so," I softly replied.
I watched her drive off, not bothering to wipe off the tears that trickled down my face, wishing.