(Ryan’s POV)
By the time we pulled into the driveway, the sky was already black and littered with stars. It was way later than I had anticipated... way later than I had hoped.
I stepped out of the car, my jaw tense while I tried to pretend that I hadn’t spent the last twenty minutes obsessively refreshing my messages like a madman every time my dad stopped talking.
Not that I was expecting a message from her. Not really. I mean, if she didn't message, that meant everything was good, right?
But still, I couldn't help but check. Just in case she did send something. I didn't want to miss it.
I reread the message I’d sent her earlier.
Ryan:
Hey, your aunt and uncle mentioned that they'd be going out tonight and you'd be home alone with Caleb. Just shout if you need anything.
Short. Vag
