Chapter 44. Leaving the Island

Why on earth would my father treat me like that? I have no idea. I really don’t know why.

I stared at Sebastian as he wore that expression on his face. Does this mean that he actually believed in me? He should’ve said I was lying if he didn’t!

‘‘Hey!’’ Sebastian called out, snapping his fingers in front of my face. ‘‘Why aren't you responding to the questions I've asked?’’

‘‘Why are you so interested in me, huh?’’ I countered. ‘‘Don’t tell me…’’

I decided to tease him in order to divert the topic.

‘‘Oh, no…’’ He gave an amused shake of the head while laughing. ‘‘You’re someone who feels good about yourself, Celine…’’ He smiled as he murmured something to me, and his glance moved from my eyes to my lips before returning to my eyes.

‘‘Shut up, Sebastian…’’ I smiled.

‘‘Make me…’’ he said and my eyes widened when he leaned closer, his stare deadly. The smile on his face was gone, along with the amusement in his eyes. They’re all gone