Chapter 57

　　Serena's POV. 　　"I hope we both know this means nothing," I said, sitting up and facing them as they lay back, watching me. 　　My gaze flicked between them, and I saw hurt in Richard's eyes, but Ross's expression was unreadable. 　　"I get it," Ross said, nodding. 　　I forced a smile, though it didn't reach my eyes. I didn't like this situation, but I didn't have a choice. 　　With the blanket wrapped around me, I stood up, feeling their eyes on me. 　　I opened my dressing table and I brought out my contraceptives. I swallowed it and let out a weary sigh. Turning around I saw Ross getting ready. 　　"You’re leaving so early?" I asked, and he just smiled. 　　"I have something urgent to do. I actually came here to check up on you since we didn’t see each other after class," he explained, his eyes crinkling at the corners. 　　Even though I knew he had nothing urgent to do, I nodded. 　　"Thank you," I said softly. 　　He gave me a curt nod, his expression gentle, and pulled me into a side hug. The tou