The next morning, Bethany came back, and she was very tired.

I was going to work.

I took the keys from her and didn't say anything.

"Carter, it was really dangerous last night, if I hadn't got there, Cody would have died."

"I'm so sorry, I'll take you to dinner tonight!"

I shook my head calmly, "No, I'm fine."

She hugged me from behind.

"Carter, I love you, and I only love you. Don't be so cold and cruel, okay?"

"Let's get married, and I'll pick the date. Will you stay?"

"I don't want you to leave me, how will I survive?"

Bethany was crying and holding me tightly.

I knew, I would grow soft again.

I turned and wiped away her tears.

"Okay, I promise."

I looked at her tears. I had no choice.

But this time, it was the last chance!

That weekend, I wore the suit, and Bethany wore a pretty dress.

Bethany left her phone at home.

I was relieved, that maybe she still loved me.

We were quiet all the way to the courthouse.

At the courthouse, my phone rang.

It was Cody. He was sending me a message, and wanted to see Bethany one last time.

If he saw her, he would leave this world.

I laughed. I didn't believe that.

It was finally our turn.