287 Zoe's plan (4)

Author's note: this is from Cristina's point of view

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Now that we were sitting close, I had a feeling I can read Luca's expressions. Those small movements of the muscles of his face, the way his jaw tightens and his eyes narrow, are speaking volumes, and one only needs to pay attention.

I could feel his emotional turmoil.

Luca is stuck between his sister and his best friend, wanting them to be happy, yet no matter if he tells the truth or stays quiet, someone will get hurt. I was glad that I'm not walking in his shoes.

This brief interaction made me feel closer to Luca, maybe enough to call him a friend.

I wanted to use this opportunity to clarify one thing with the hope he will believe me.

"I don't know what Zoe told you but… I was supposed to be in the team with Zoe for the scavenger hunt. She suggested that I team up with you so that she can be with Ash without leaving you or me hanging. There is nothing more to it."