CELESTINE's P O V

‘‘Let's talk on the balcony…’’ I suggested, and I slowly lead the way, my steps were a little wobbly.

‘‘Do you need me to help you?’’ Leina offered, smiling devilishly as she extended my hand in front of me.

‘‘I'm not disabled…’’ I managed a small smile as I looked at her, ignoring her hand. ‘‘I'm still able to walk by myself...’’

Leina shrugged her shoulders after retreating her hand, and then walked away from me towards the balcony.

She chose to sit in my favorite spot on the sofa, and I took the chair that was directly across from her. As I sat down, I...