ARIEL POV

It wasn't easy to neglect the thought of confronting Ryan about his statement, but I decided against the throbbing thoughts in my head. I just sat still on the kitchen stool, gulping down cold water to calm me.

I figured out Ryan probably knew about this, and must have told the truth about the accident on the night of my escapade because he was pissed. He sounded like he cared about me, as a smile curled at my lips.

I cleared my throat, thinking back to why Mrs. Selina decided to lie about the incident, but it seemed she really wanted me for her son.

"Ariel.”I turned abruptly...