Arden's POV
I was relieved when Lana told me that she hadn't taken those pills. I didn't want to be lied to and be taken for a fool. I still have to fight for Charl so that he can be with me permanently. I want to move here and get a job in teaching. Being here is where my heart wants to be.
As I lay on the sofa, staring at the white ceiling, all of these things were running through my mind. Most of all, I want to hold Lana. I understand that she needs time and I will give her all the time that she needs, though it can be a bit difficult to be patient. My phone vibrates and I take my phone from the coffee table.
Ugh, my dad. I answered the phone, "Dad," I said. I felt annoyed.
"I wanted to know how things are going?" he asked.
"It's going great," I lied.
"So the deal has progress
