45-A confession

No. She is definitely joking. It can't possibly be true. I heard the conversation between Elliot and Leo in the car. He has the reputation of being a playboy. The fact that he is a virgin contradicts all other allegations.

“Stop joking around.” Lailah’s facial expression says that she didn't expect that reply from me.

“You are talking about things which are exactly opposite. He is a well- known playboy. How can you say that he is a virgin? It's like the joke of the year.’ I scoff.

My strong reaction shocks them momentarily. I sound so jealous that it shocks me as well. I realise how far I've fallen. Elliot has turned me into a lovesick girl. I don't remember ever being jealous over anything or anyone. But now, there's a bitter taste in my tongue, in my mind. In fact, jealousy is written all over my face.

Lailah doesn't say anything. She looks back at Leo who gives her a “told you so” look.

“Leo?” He looks at me, responding to my call.

“Yeah?”

“Now that you know I'm Amber, you mus