CHAPTER SIXTY-FIVE: Exposed Truth.

“We've already spoken, Roman, there's no need.” I say to him as I avert my eyes from his.

“Aella, it's either this or you are stuck with me.” Roman says in a tone of finality.

“Fine, I will talk to her myself.” I say as I pick up my phone from beside me.

I spare a glance at Roman as I make the call. Ashley picks almost on the first ring.

“Where the hell are you bitch? I've been waiting for almost an hour now!” Ashley's excited tone pours through the speaker of the phone the moment she picks up the call.

I take the phone away from my ear and confirm it's really Ashley on the other end of the line.

“I'm on my way, Roman wants to ensure I will be safe with you.” I say to her as I spare Roman a single glance, studying him for his reaction.

“Funny that he says that. Well you've been safe with me, long before he came around, haven't you?” Ashley asks in a sardonic tone that has Roman rolling his eyes.

“I'm on my way, anything I should bring along with me?” I ask Ashley, trying to di