18.10 Chapter 8 Chapter 8 He was with a group of friends . Madison was there too . Aiden carried her designer bag in one hand while his other arm wrapped around her waist . They walked at the back of the group . Whenever Madison wanted to tell him something , shed lean in close , and hed attentively bend down to listen . Not like with us . Aiden had always been taller than me , growing more so every year . I always had to bounce on my tiptoes , craning my neck just to talk to him . I guess for someone he actually cares about , he makes the effort to meet them halfway . I took a deep breath . Told myself to show some dignity . His life wasnt my business anymore Id slap myself if I kept overthinking this . But there seemed to be only one path to the gates . I had no choice but to trail far behind them . Finally , we reached a fork in the terminal . Aiden started getting antsy . He made several calls that went unanswered , then spent ages staring at his phone . Finally , he borrowed a friends phone and headed toward the restrooms , looking stormy . Moments later , my phone rang unknown number . Brooklyn , youre really committed to this silent treatment , huh ? Wont even reach out unless I make the first move ? And blocking me ? Real mature . Good luck keeping this up . Lets see how you handle Columbia alone when you dont know anyone there . Aidens tone was harsh as he laid into me . 18.4 % I stayed silent there was nothing to say . This only seemed to anger him more . Whatever . Just unblock me on Instagram already . Im heading overseas with friends for a couple days , might be hard to reach . Dont want you crying because you cant get hold of me . I couldnt even bother giving him a single word . Just hung up and turned off my phone . From a distance , I watched him storm back to the group . He grabbed Madisons hand and headed left toward their gate without hesitation . I sighed , turned right, and walked away . In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.