Alex found himself hugging her back until Abi had fully calmed down.
"Can I sleep with you tonight?" she asked and Alex eyes widened a bit. But then, he cleared his throat immediately, realizing that this girl obviously didn't mean anything more than the literal meaning of her words.
Without a word, he held her hand and he led her back inside her room. He climbed on her bed and lay down as he gestured for her to lie down next to him.
Abi didn't hesitate and immediately climbed on the bed and lay on her side, facing him. Her eyes never left his face.
"Are you still angry?" she asked weakly. Her voice sounded a little hesitant.
Alex, who was staring at the ceiling, lifted his arm and covered his eyes with the back of his hand.
"I don't know…" he mumbled.
"I'm sorry, I –"
