“Okay, good. That’s a relief.” Sally patted her chest, as though to calm her racing heart. “Roz Town’s supposed to have airtight security.
How could you suddenly get kidnapped?”
I couldn’t admit to them that it was Janiya who did it, so I could only answer vaguely, “I don’t know either. Maybe you should talk to the police.”
Riley, on the other hand, seemed to understand something. She lowered her eyes and thought for a while. Then she reached for my hand and comforted me in a soft voice, “Debra, get some rest. Don’t worry too much and just focus on your recovery. I’ve arranged for more security guards around the hospital, so no one can hurt you ever again.”
A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y
“Thanks so much, Riley.” I looked at her gratefully. I really appreciate Riley’s thoughtfulness.
Sally scratched her chin and seemed to have thought of something.
Squinting at me, she asked curiously, “Debra, doesn’t Janiya hate you?
Do you think this has something to do with her?” @®
Before I could answer, Riley quickly changed the subject. “I’m hungry
Sally, would you like to join me for some afternoon tea?”
“Afternoon tea? Aw, I would’ve loved to go with you. It’s a pity that
I’m still injured and can’t go. Sally, please eat a lot of good food on my behalf, okay?” I quickly caught on to what Riley was up to.
“Oh, okay! As soon as you’re discharged from the hospital, I promise
I’ll treat you to afternoon tea!”
Sally was successfully distracted and forgot all about Janiya and the kidnapping.
“Ten minutes is up. Debra needs the rest.” Just then, Caleb came in and coldly reminded the two ladies that it was time to go.
Riley smiled knowingly. “You’re even more punctual than some of the nurses here.”
Sally, on the other hand, didn’t say anything. She just stared at Caleb curiously.
“Come on, Sally. Debra needs to get some rest.” Riley started to pull
Sally to the door.
“Fine.” Sally pouted reluctantly.
“Rest well, Debra. I’ll come to see you again when I’m free.”
I smiled at her and nodded.
Soon, they left, Leaving me alone with Caleb in the ward.
Caleb shut the door behind them and then sat down on the edge of the bed.
