Chapter 1172

Eloise glanced at Nina and said timidly, "When I asked her for the cucumber, she didn't mention wanting anything in return." "That doesn't mean she won't expect something later," Nina replied sternly. "You're too trusting! Even if she doesn't need anything now, she's probably trying to get on your good side so you won't refuse her later when she does." Eloise remained silent, too intimidated to defend Sherry. Nina's tone softened. "Eloise, you can always have my aloe vera. I won't expect anything in return." "Thank you, Nina! I'll take some from you later," Eloise responded gratefully. Ryan scoffed quietly to himself. Nina was accusing Sherry of trying to win favor, yet she was doing the exact same thing. She didn't even realize the hypocrisy. His thoughts were interrupted by a pair of eyes on him. He turned and saw Camelia watching him closely. Despite his subtle scoff, she had noticed. He gave her a faint smile. Camelia's face had become slimmer after their two-day trek back