607: LONG ENOUGH

ARIEL'S POV I stared at Tessa in disbelief. "What do you mean I'm not being for real?" She let out a sigh and said, "Ariel, I just think you should wait a little longer before talking to Luke. You're still hurt and angry, and talking to him now might not be the best idea." I couldn't believe what I was hearing. "Wait longer? Tessa, you were the one who told me to talk to Laura, and now that I've made up my mind to talk to Luke, you're telling me to wait?" Tessa's expression softened, and she reached out to touch my arm. "Ariel, I know you're hurt, and I want you to make the best decision for yourself. But talking to Luke while you're still angry might not be the best idea. You might say something you'll regret later." I pulled my arm away from her and said, "I can't believe you're saying this, Tessa. I thought you were on my side." Tessa's eyes widened in surprise. "I am on your side, Ariel. I'm just trying to look out for you. I don't want you to get hurt any more than you alrea