Punishment

"Erm, I don't really know since I wasn't present when it all happened…" Daniel stated flatly.

His response wasn't the kind that Melissa wanted, making her freeze in disappointment.

As a penitent, Daniel made it his policy not to harm anyone and to be as good as he could to everyone.

"I can't accuse Ana of something I didn't see her do." He mumbled, looking at Ana's face.

She nodded at him with approval, showing him respect.

"You did the right thing, Daniel."

Ana's praise made Daniel's heart feel warm. He always liked being complimented for doing the right thing, another reason why he always did it at any given opportunity.

Well, another reason was that he respected Ana a great deal.

"So, you're picking her side over mine?! You're the worst, Daniel!" Melissa whined.