Chapter 28

Chapter 28

Since the last time she saw Debra in that glamorous dress, Shelia had realized the gap between them.

Juan always treated her like a little girl, seldom seeing her as a woman.

She had to seize this chance to confess her love to Juan.

The door opened, and Shelia's heart raced.

She turned around, saw Juan enter, and threw herself into his arms.

"Shelia?"

"I thought you wouldn't come."

Shelia's voice was low, tinged with sadness.

Juan pulled away, saying, "It's your birthday, and I promised you to come."

Shelia blushed.

But Juan frowned at Shelia's outfit and the room's decor.

"Juan, I..."

Juan interrupted her. "This outfit doesn't suit you."

Shelia was stunned.

Juan turned on the lamp next to him.

"Do you still like the birthday gift I picked for you today?"

"Very."

Shelia hadn't fully recovered from what Juan had just said.

"I asked Joe to arrange this room for you, so you can invite your friends over to play. It's close to your school," Juan added.

She