LEINA's P O V

‘‘A-arnold…’’

His silence made me feel even more frightened. I secretly wished, and crossed my fingers in the high hopes that he wouldn't identify me as Leina. It’s too early for him to catch me, and ruin my plans.

Arnold averted his sight, making it impossible for me to read what was going through his mind. He gave me one more glance and a deep sigh as he adjusted the collar of my shirt before moving away from me.

‘‘Go to sleep, Celestine...’’ he said and I stared at him in disbelief.

What the hell? Why was he telling me to sleep? Was he not interested...