Chapter 115: Suspicions

Lizzie's POv: "How did the clubbing go?" Rick asked her "It was fun," Lizzie said, "but I'm glad to be home." She paused, unsure if she should tell Rick about the encounter with Bethany. On the one hand, she wanted to keep things light and positive. On the other hand, she felt like she needed to be honest with him. "You know, Bethany was at the club tonight," she said finally. Rick's expression darkened. "What did she do?" he asked, his tone sharp. Lizzie winced. "Nothing too bad," she said. "But she did try to provoke me a bit." Rick sighed and rubbed his forehead. "I'm sorry you had to deal with that," he said. "You know she's just bitter and trying to stir up trouble, right?" Lizzie nodded. "I know," she said. "But it still gets to me sometimes. I try to ignore her, but it's hard." Rick reached out and took her hand, squeezing it gently. "I know it's hard," he said. "But you're stronger than she is. You have to rise above her pettiness." Lizzie fe