The Islet Mystery 2

Shiela felt her heart and mind stop working for a second that she did not know how to react. Ryan may not have introduced her as his girlfriend, but their actions and endearment said it all. A pang of pain wrapped her heart, and she did not understand. She hated him for what he did, and she knew she had no right to get hurt. Jullien was so beautiful and elegant, even with no makeup, and they looked good together.

"Hello, Miss Jullien," she said while forcing herself to smile, her eyes noticing his arm around her waist.

"Hello, Shiela. Just Jullien, please. You're one of Ryan's friends, and if he calls you by your name, then I'll be doing the same. Don't you think I'm right, sweetheart?"

"You are. Now, go back to sleep. I'll be showing Shiela to her room."

"Okay, then. I'll be waiting inside," Jullien said with her sweetest smile Shiela could imagine, and Ryan moved forward to hold the door open for her.