Chapter 10

As Charlene stepped outside, she didn't see any trace of Daniel. She opened the front door, only to find Jennifer banging on it frantically. The moment Jennifer saw Charlene, she grabbed her by the arm. Frustrated, she asked, "Charlene, be honest with me—are you secretly involved in something illegal?" "What? No! Absolutely not!" Charlene waved her hands nervously, her heart pounding with unease. Fear crept into her thoughts. She dreaded the possibility of Jennifer finding out about her relationship with Daniel. With a skeptical snort, Jennifer strode into the house. "Don't lie to me! We're best friends. Even if you've done something wrong, you should tell me so we can figure it out together. But if you keep it from me... "Where's Daniel? Daniel, come out here!" Striding into the living room, she began calling for him. Charlene, still flustered, quickly said, "Jennifer, calm down. Nothing is going on between me and Daniel. We... Um... Have you had breakfast?" Jennifer sat on th