The Islet Mystery 30

"Take it easy, dear. Cry it all out. Whatever it is in the past, I'm glad that seeing Richard again makes you ventilate it out."

Shiela lifted her head and smiled at Mrs. Lopez for her comforting words. It felt good to know someone who understood what she was going through. Mrs. Lopez was right; crying always did wonders to relieve whatever turmoil she kept inside.

"Thank you, auntie," Shiela said as she looked up, trying to focus her gaze to Mrs. Lopez only.

"There's that smile again. I'm excited to hear about this story between you and Richard," Cherry cheered on, stealing glances at Ryan whose sharp gaze seemed to emit fire and lava from an erupting Taal Volcano.

Jane chuckled in watching the drama unfolding, and she stepped on to join. She's also a woman who knew the feeling very well.