Chapter 1627

Emma gave a nod of understanding. "Yeah, I got it." Carla flashed her a grin. "Take a rest then." "Sure thing." Once Carla left, Emma locked the door with a firm click. Alone in her room, she could finally let her guard down. Sinking into the armchair, she pulled out her smartphone and launched the WhatsApp application. She quickly opened her chat with Rihanna. Emma typed: [Hey, you asleep yet?] Rihanna's response came quickly: [I'm really scared!] That short message hit Emma hard, almost bringing her to tears. Emma: [Don't be scared. I'm in Valtara to tie the knot, not to brave a storm. Listen, my future husband is a solid guy. I'll have someone to back me up. And hey, I'm gonna toughen up too. No one's gonna push you around on my watch.] Rihanna: [Emma...] Emma: [You knocked out that homework your tutor set up for you today?] Rihanna: [I did, just like you told me. I paid attention in class and did all my homework. I'm aiming to get into the same university you attended.]