Cross Roads

CHAPTER EIGHTEEN.

Without warning, Megan took off at a sprint, giggling as she went. Zain followed from behind, chasing her through the trees on the Island. He could catch her easily, but what fun would that be?

He dodged a few trees, and ducking around the opposite direction, he met her head-on, then tackled her to the ground.

Her cheeks were flushed pink, and her smile wide and carefree. For a brief time she wasn't fighting at home with her parents, arguing at the gym or running from the rogues. She had a feeling the Island will bring her the happiness she had yearned for all her life.

They both lay on their backs, staring at the sky. The silence that followed didn't feel awkward, it was rather appreciated by both. From the look on their faces, they were both enjoying the serenity the Island brought.

"I am the CEO of Ocean Academy," Zain broke the silence. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner." He shot her an apologetic glance.

Megan smiled. "The fact that you apologized makes u