23

Declan's car stopped in front of Cleo's house. Cleo turned her head toward him.

"Thanks, Declan."

"You don't have to thank me. In fact, I should have been with you when you were feeling nauseous."

Cleo felt blessed to have a friend like Declan. He was a really caring boy. He always tried to help her in every situation.

"Come inside," she asked, though she was not feeling well.

"It's okay. You