The Love From Vengeance

240: TO THE SPA

ARIEL’S POV

“My phone is ringing,” I told Luke who still had a hold of me, while my phone continued to vibrate in the car.

“I’m not letting go of you.” He smirked.

“Don’t act stupid now.”

“You don’t have to be so rude, you know.”

“Are you going to let go of me or not?” I wore a serious face.

Luke chuckled and took his eyes im the direction of my phone, to where the sound was coming from. He took it from my purse, looking at the screen.

“Who’s calling?” I asked in curiosity.

“Why should I tell you?”

“Because that’s my phone, duhh.”

“So what? I have a hold of it now.”

“Are you going to quit this nonsense?”

“What nonsense?”

I let out a frustrated sigh. “We have to find Janice right now, so can you please act serious, for crying out loud? And please hand me my phone!” I stretched my other hand over to him.

“Maybe if you were a little bit nice, I’ll hand it over.”

“Maybe if you could act a little bit mature, I’ll be nice.” I retorted, giving him at fake smile.

His expression turned serious. “Why are you mocking me?”

“You know the reason why. You brought shit upon yourself.”

Luke sighed and looked away. My phone started ringing for the second time. The both of us eyed each other and my gaze went straight to my phone which was on

his hand.

take his eyes off me one bit, but fuck that anyway. I snatched my phone. from his hand and answered

you been answering your calls?” Lisa quizzed me that very

moment.

I ended that sentence, frowning at

calling to inform you that your beloved daughter is right

Janice is with you at the

some minutes ago, and I’ve been calling you but your number’s not reachable.”

goodness you found

looking for her?

great she’s with you.

time for this. Where are you anyway? It’s been a year and I

daughter? I’m surprised I still had your number.”

“I’m surprised myself.”

“Say what now?”

Just text me the address.” I

still had my number the whole time. Okay, hold

I didn’t change that shit. But honestly, I thought I changed it..

that?” Luke asked.

the name,

you looking so surprised.”

have time for this nonsense. I just got the address so

didn’t change your number?”

“That’s

number several times but it was not reachable.”

me.”

case, the what are you doing

“If you don’t want to drive, you can

let you drive? No, I don’t

you being for real right now.”

Who knows? Maybe that’s why Janice ran from you. She probably realized that your driving

a cold stare for a moment,

white stone accented with cascading greenery, giving it a serene and welcoming appearance. A sign adorned with graceful cursive lettering proclaimed the name of the establishment, hinting at the luxury and

bubbling fountain greeted me as I approached, its crystalline waters shimmering in the sunlight, casting

and gentle lighting, designed to soothe the senses and calm the mind. The air was scented with a delicate blend of lavender and eucalyptus, creating a peaceful oasis away from the bustle

hung from the ceiling, casting a soft, warm glow over the room and bathing everything in a soft, ethereal light. The walls were adorned with elegant oil paintings depicting serene landscapes. and tranquil seascapes, their colors muted and soothing to the eye. A large, ornate mirror hung opposite the entrance, reflecting the beauty of the space and multiplying its sense of