Chapter 37. Responsibility 2

Garrett decided to call Elice. No matter if she would be angry with him. What was most important to him right now was to know Elice's condition. He had to make sure that Elice was all right.

Waiting with an uneasy feeling, Garrett closed his eyes and breathed a sigh of relief when Elice answered his call.

"Hello, Garrett."

Elice's voice calmed Garrett's emotions. It made the restlessness that had been plaguing his mind calm down.

"Elice," Garrett called. "How are you this morning? I..."

Garrett couldn't finish his words. The growing guilt made him feel ashamed. How many times would he have to apologize to this woman?

"I'm fine."

At least Elice's words calmed Garrett's feelings.

"Have you been to the office today? Are you working?"

"Of course. I took an impromptu leave for two days, Garrett. If it's more than that, I think I'll get a warning."

Garrett understood. But he couldn't imagine how much pressure Elice w