Noticing Talia’s Concerned Expression
As they chatted, Maren noticed the look of concern on Talia’s face when she mentioned Chase. The levity that had filled the room began to fade, replaced with an uncertainty that made Maren uneasy.
Talia shifted in her seat, clearly weighing her words carefully before speaking. Maren felt a flicker of apprehension; was Chase’s reaction that serious?
She couldn’t understand why her friend seemed so troubled. Perhaps Talia was simply more empathetic than most.