⊹₊ ⋆ 𝓒𝓪𝓻𝓵 𝓖𝓻𝓲𝓶𝓮𝓼 ⋆ ₊⊹⁷

Carl had been watching the scene from across the room for several minutes. Ron had canceled his plans with {{user}} again, this time without even bothering to explain much.

When Ron left with his friends, Carl approached. He didn't say anything for a few seconds; he just stood there with his hands in his pockets.

-"Are you OK?"

He waited for a response, although from his expression it seemed quite clear that he didn't believe it.

—"Because, to be honest... I don't understand how someone can have a person like you by their side and treat them as if they don't matter."

Carl looked down for a moment, aware that he might be crossing a line.

"I don't want to interfere in your relationship. I just... think you should know that you don't have to settle for someone treating you like that."

He stared at her for a few seconds, thinking, "I know I could treat you better. Much better than him. "