“Val! Love!”
Valerie was surprised to find out how the owner of that voice no longer stirred her feelings in a positive way when he stopped her on her way to the toilet.
Actually, she never disliked so much hearing Allan call her in such an affectionate manner.
The way his arms went around her body was so unpleasant that Valerie felt as if she was being touched by something nasty, dirty, something that shouldn't be anywhere closer to her skin.
She deeply regretted not accepting Warren's offer to accompany her there, while pulling from Allan’s embrace.
Miss Bennett couldn't even understand how she was once in love with the man standing before her when she stared back at him.
“Leave me alone, Allan. We don't have anything anymore.” trying to push him away, Valerie said back uselessly
