Clementine:
The wind blew my hair across my face, and a chill ran through my body as I pressed my hands against the ground and forced myself up.
I stared at Miss Rue and Mr. Rick, who watched me with mixed expressions. Mr. Rick looked furious, while Miss Rue seemed guilty.
I slowly got to my feet, brushed the dry leaves off my clothes, and turned toward the bushes, gritting my teeth under my breath.
Ian had crossed every line now.
Not only was he being disgusting, but he had also proven he couldn't be trusted. He had exposed me and everything I'd been planning.
"Clementine," Miss Rue began after hesitating for a moment and stealing awkward glances at me. "What are you doing here?" she asked with an uneasy laugh.
There was no point lying anymore. We both knew exactly why we were here.
"I was taking a walk. Sorry, I didn't realize I was interrupting your digging party," I said bitterly.
