Chapter 9: Big mistake
Ash's pov ;
When we reached Grandma's house, I was shocked to see Samantha getting out of another car. My mood which was already on edge, took a nosedive into fury and frustration.
"Elijah!" She immediately ran to Elijah, grabbing his arm with that infuriatingly sweet smile on her face. "Finally, you are here. I was waiting for you for a long time."
Elijah's face surprisingly remained impassive. "What are you doing here?"
She smiled innocently as her hand slid down to grab Elijah's fingers. "I'm here to see Grandma. I was so worried about her that I couldn't wait to meet her."
Seeing her touch Elijah, my stomach twisted in knots.
"Oh," He simply let out, quickly retreating his hand from hers and crossing them over his chest.
Of course, he won't let me see it to prove that he's not creating. But I already have proof. Those photos and videos.
Then Samantha turned to me with a naive expression and soft voice. "Ash, are you here to see Grandma too? She'll be so happy to see you. I thought Elijah was joking when he said he would bring you to meet Grandma. I told him how stubborn you are, and since you both are...you know divorce. You might not want to come. But...here you are. Standing...right here."
She's clearly jealous that I'm here. I know her better than anyone else. "Shut up, please! I know how much you hate seeing me here," I snapped.
Her expression turned to one of mock hurt. "Ash, there's no need to be so mean. I was just asking. Why do you hate your elder sister so much? Just like you, I also love Grandma and came to see her. I even took permission from Elijah. But if you want, I'll leave-