Chapter 43 Heartbeats And Heartaches

• Melissa's eyes blazed with anger as she snatched the phone from Chloe's hand. "Mind your business!" she snapped, her voice low and even, but dripping with annoyance. Chloe's eyes widened in surprise, but she quickly recovered, a sly smile spreading across her face.
• Chloe's smile grew wider as she snatched her phone back from Melissa's grasp. "I was just trying to catch some fun," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm, as she rolled her eyes and walked away, leaving Melissa seething with frustration.
• Melissa's eyes remained fixed on the passionate scene unfolding before her, a deep blush spreading across her cheeks. "She's so lucky," she whispered to herself, her voice barely audible. Ann and Ryan's kiss seemed to ignite a spark within Melissa, and for a moment, she felt a pang of longing and desire.