Chapter 56: Growing Closer

After I made up my mind, I went upstairs. The bedroom door was ajar. When I slipped in, Leslie was sitting on the edge of the bed, silent and motionless. I cleared my throat. "Leslie… well, Sergio left." "I know… he left on purpose," Leslie replied, a little irritated. I felt awkward and said, "That makes sense. If he'd stayed in the villa, it would just be awkward for both of you. This is better." "Better, my ass. You're the only one who thinks so," Leslie shot back. Seeing her react like...