Chapter 60

Ariana noticed me staring at her intently, and she instantly turned shy. Wrapping herself tighter in her towel, she instinctively wanted to move out of my line of sight. I continued gazing at her and said softly, "You're beautiful, Ariana." Ariana took a deep breath, walked over to me, and asked gently, "Why are you sleeping here? Let me help you back to your room." A faint, captivating fragrance reached me as soon as she touched my shoulder. It was intoxicating, lingering around me like a poppy flower's scent. I couldn't help but look up at her, feeling more entranced by her beauty with each glance. I took her hand, slowly leaning closer to her. The atmosphere grew more charged. As I was about to kiss her, my phone rang, breaking the moment. I glanced at the caller ID, and sure enough, it was Racquelle. Just seeing her name stirred feelings of irritation inside me. Whenever she contacted me, it was never for anything good. It was usually to insult or boss me around. Already an