557: LOVING EVERY MOMENT

ARIEL'S POV The smile on my face faltered. "Speaking of Daria," I began, my voice growing serious. "She's been a little frightening. She's trying to get in between us." Tessa raised an eyebrow. "Are you serious? She's trying to get between you and Luke?" "Yeah," I nodded. "We had a conversation at the gas station, and let's just say the lady is fucked up in the head." "Wow, that's messed up," Tessa said, shaking her head. "But I wouldn't worry too much about it. Luke hates her guts, doesn't he?" "Yeah, he really does," I confirmed. "He thinks she's a manipulative snake." "Well, he's not wrong," Tessa snorted. "That woman is nothing but trouble, Ariel. And don't forget, she doesn't hold a candle to you. You're smart, you're beautiful, and you're a damn good person. If Daria thinks she's going to come between you and Luke, she's got another thing coming." I couldn't help but smile at her words. "Thanks, Tessa. It means a lot to hear that." "That's what best friends are for," Tess