Despite doing her best to explain herself, Jeremy’s eyes were filled with nothing but disappointment and doubt.

“Jeremy…”

“You’re nothing like how you used to be when we were young.” Jeremy scoffed. “To the point that I can’t help but think you’re not the girl I met when I was young.”

Meredith’s pupils shrunk nervously at his words. “No way! I am your Linnie, Jeremy!”

“Linnie.” Jeremy stared thoughtfully at Meredith as he rolled the name off his tongue before pulling his arm back. “I