CHAPTER 84
On their way home.
GRACIELLA
“How’s your night, with Aaron?” I asked Friya, while she drove us together next to the well-manicured lawns of Bellevue Hill.
“Marvelous!” Friya giggled.
I saw a beaming little girl, beside me. If she was like this and not like a roaring tigress when cornered like earlier-- it was as if ten years were taken off her age. Her giggles were so inviting and contagious. I couldn't help but giggle with her. Perhaps in Aaron’s company, she was also like this. So--good for her.
“It showed,” I replied happily.
“Well–I followed your advice. Me first before anyone else. Life is short.”
“True that! I can't agree more. And you look--happy!” I praised her, really happy for her. Although, deep inside I wished I could have a slice of her happiness for myself
