Chapter 25

"Mom!" I smiled, hiding the nervousness inside me. "Why? I'm taking a shower."

"Oh, you are?" She looked at me from head to toe. "I see."

"Yes, mom. What's up? Do you need anything?" I pursed my lips while my foot was tapping the floor. Oh, I couldn't relax.

"I'm just checking on you, sweetie. You know, I don't want you getting bored on our trip." Mom chuckled. "I mean, it's not every time that you agree to come with us."

I smiled. "Don't worry, mom. I'm not bored, okay? Plus, don't think too much about what I think about this trip. Just go enjoy yourself. Have fun! I didn't come here, so you could worry about me being bored or happy."

Like, hello, I had never been happier. I put my hands near my chest as I remembered how my heart was beating fast just a minute ago. I bit my lower lip.

"Still, Sofia. I want you also to enjoy this trip. I'm suggesting you can roam around the island. See the beach or the souvenir shops. I can come with you while Franklin is still busy---"

"What about