"Stella's point of view," "What can I do for you, Miss Parker?" He answered my call on the first ring as soon as I dialed his number. Was he expecting my call and holding his phone out? No, this is not possible. He won't be aware that I am calling him at this moment because he is probably waiting for another call while I have dialed his number. "Why are you silent, Miss Parker? Why did you call me? Please explain." His deep voice cut my train of thought of. Oh no, how do I respond to his query now? I called him a lot of bravadoes, but as soon as I heard his voice, all of my assurance seemed to vanish. My words feel as though they are stuck in my throat. I'd never had such anxiety before. "Miss Parker, are you listening?" Why is his voice making me suddenly anxious? "Y..ye yes...

