CHAPTER 39 Interrupted

  Alana concentrated on bandaging Ricardo's hand. She could feel his intense gaze on her. The penetrating stare piercing through her soul

  Her heart raced even more. How she wanted to stop breathing because she could feel her heart thumping loudly. As soon as she was satisfied with her work. She glanced up, only to catch Ricardo staring at her. He averted his eyes awkwardly and pretended to be looking out the window

  “It's done now, next time be careful,” she whispered and discarded the used cotton. Ricardo nodded and stared at his hand

  “It's nothing, you didn't have to,” the wound was small, yes he was careless, but he was used to such things

  “I guess dinner is canceled, are you sure they won't be upset… We didn't go?” Alana asked staring at Ricardo, he shook his head hesitantly