Megan hadn't been having the best of times lately herself. Of course, a ridiculous falling out with an ex-boyfriend didn't quite measure up to losing one's mother, but it had been enough to send her on a baking spree (which Roger had so rudely interrupted in the grocery) a few days ago, and it was still plenty enough to send her out in search of new shoes to help her forget about everything related to Spencer Capper and his brand new girlfriend. The right pair of heels could make the world seem a bit brighter some days.
She hadn't expected to run into anyone, least of all Ernie Macmillan who had been so secluded and distant as of late. Spotting him there, his hands stuck into his pockets, shoulders slumped, gaze focused on the ground beneath him, Megan instantly forgot about the gorgeous red pair she'd been eyeing so longingly moments before. She quickly made her way over to him, hesitating before carefully reaching out to grab his arm. "Ernie?"