Chapter 21

Nikki

I brought the phone to my view and hung up after seeing that the phone call was from none other than Tom. I hadn’t spoken to him in a while and had no idea why he would call at the moment, but I was willing to strangle him for ruining what could easily have counted as a job well done.

“Um.” I simply blurted, staring between Chad and his confused mother as she seemed to be waiting for an explanation. “He hung up on me. My phone rings a little after someone ends the call. It’s just like a way of telling me not to bother with talking anymore, you know, that kind of thing.” I lied.

“Oh.” His mom nodded in agreement, “Technology keeps advancing on a daily basis.” She commented, “But, my dear, you didn’t have to disagree with him; I’m totally okay with you two leaving right away if it’s so important. I’d hate to be the reason for your rejection.” She stood to her feet and came to stand beside me, helping me up. “God be with you, dear.” She took me by surprise, pull