Chapter 290

But she was a thorn in my side, especially around Asher. You immediately lost your hunger, but unfortunately, I had to cover it up. Anything else would be far too strange and conspicuous.

I put on a smile and made it seem real. We greeted the girls, who responded. Although Paula hesitated it was clear to both of them that my presence surprised them. If I were her, I would probably feel the same way.

Asher didn't let that bother him and said, "Lina, I didn't know you were home for the weekend." That's right, she lived in the dormitory on campus.

She regained her composure and replied, "Yes, we were at a birthday party in the Territory yesterday. That's why we slept here and you?" Asher let go of my hand in front of the fridge because he opened it and I leaned against the counter next to it. I was facing the girls and Asher said casually, "We were in the Territory yesterday too, and stayed the night here."

Paula's eyes were on Asher and that bothered me a littl