235: DON'T HIDE IT

ARIEL'S POV Turning around, Luke was the one I saw. He stood not too far from Janice and me, not taking his eyes off the two of us one bit. He had this sad countenance, not that we had spoken with each other yet. I began the conversation, but he already made me feel sorry for him. "Ariel," he spoke my name softly, looking deeply into my eyes. Our gaze wasn't coming to an end any time soon. "I'm glad I saw you." His soft and gentle tone continued. "Luke," I vocalized softly as well. "What are you doing here?" "I came here for you," he answered. "For me?" I asked, with a face that was puzzled to a certain degree. "How did you know that I came here?" "You don't have to worry about that. I'm here now, and that's all that matters." "I'm sorry, say what now?" "Daddy!" Janice ran to Luke, grabbing his leg in her buoyant mood. He laughed and squatted to her level, holding her hands. "How have you been, pretty one?" "I've been great, daddy. I was even thinking of t