12 When I walked out of the clubhouse , Chad was leaning alone against the entrance , with a cigarette in his hand . Seeing me , he put out the cigarette and blocked my way . With a smile on his face , " You've been holding on for quite a long time < this time , breaking a record . " But what's wrong ? Are you getting thinner- skinned now ? You're not even coming to find me yourself , borrowing your friend ? " In the past three years , Chad and I had also had cold wars . But every time , he would give me the silent treatment , and I wouldn't be able to hold on for a few days before I would take the initiative to bow my head and beg for forgiveness . Chad smiled and reached out to touch my head , " Okay , you've probably reflected on yourself for the past half month and know that you did something wrong . " I was planning to dodge , but Chad's hand stopped in mid - air . Because Chloe appeared not far away , carrying desserts . She didn't say anything , but just stood there quietly , the corners of her eyes red . Chad looked at me , then looked at her , and finally put down his hand and said to me , " Starling , go back first , I'll go find you tonight . " After saying that , he started walking towards . Chloe .