22. Zach played games in the system while Isabel and Ashley indulged in a conversation. Zach glanced at them at intervals, trying to pick a word from what they were talking about. Ashley stared at him, intently while munching on popcorn. Zach caught a glimpse of her and shot her a glare. Ashley faced Izzy, "Isabel, are you sure this handsome boy is not your boyfriend? Why do l have a feeling you are lying to me? My guts are always right, you know "she rasped and Izzy looked up at her. She sighed, "Of course not! He isn't my boyfriend, okay? And mind you, your guts are not always right. Remember... "Izzy responded. "Fine. You don't have to remind me. But why is he lame? Does he have a girlfriend? "she whispered her last statement with a bright smile. "It's a long story. So l was going

