This was the first time Jackson and Emma had experienced tension to this extent. In the past, even when they had small disagreements, they always found a way to resolve everything with mutual understanding and empathy. But this time, everything seemed to have crossed a line, leaving Emma with an overwhelming sense of guilt.
When she saw Jackson turn and walk away, every step he took felt like a punch to her heart. Emma wanted to chase after him immediately. She knew she had hurt him. Jackson's silence, instead of making her less worried, only made the pain in her heart grow deeper. But just as she was about to run after him, Jackson had already gone too far, leaving her standing there alone in the empty parking lot.
