The trap.

CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY EIGHT

SALLY

While Alex and I were discussing it. I heard footsteps outside the door. I felt the presence of someone around. I knew that it was Beverly who was eavesdropping. I decided to go out and show off.

"I need to grab a drink," I told Alex as I stood up and tried to walk out, but Alex grabbed me and pulled me back.

"Hold on," Alex told me as he held me back. "I would get you water instead."

"I'm craving," I lied to Alex. "If you get me water, I wouldn't be able to take it because I may no longer want it. I don't even know what I want. I'd find out once I get to the kitchen."

Alex pecked my forehead before letting me go. I stood up and walked out of the room. Immediately when I opened the door, I saw Beverly standing by the door, and she quickly bent down and screamed.

"Ahh!"

I stared at her as she held her toe, crying out in pain. I scoffed. She was only being dramatic because I caught her red-handed eavesdropping on us.

She was trying to cove