Chapter 20

Abby continues to observe Ryleigh as soon as she returns to the kitchen. She rested her back on the side of the bathroom commode as Rye washed the fish she would fry later.

Abby heaved a deep sigh before speaking, as she is unable to endure the silence between them.

"What exactly did Luke do to you?" Abby asked.

Before returning her attention to what she was doing, Rye gave her a quick glance. "Nothing serious, it's just about the utility bill, he told me the internet provider called him and they need my identification card—"

Abby's sardonic chuckle pierced through the hum in Rye's remarks. She crossed her arms while attempting to capture Rye's attention. "Seriously, Rye? She asked with a raised brow, "Do you think I'll take that?"

Rye gazed at her. "Abby, you're too suspicious. It only concerns the utility bill."

"I followed you. You two together."

Rye's eyes widened, her hands began to tremble, and she hastily removed the pan from the stove, fearing that it would fall from her gras