The cool night air from the bar was still on my skin as I walked in through the main door. Before I even took off my shoes, I could hear Tyler's angry, loud voice coming from the living room. "Where the hell were you?" When I heard his voice, I stopped for a split second. As soon as I walked into the living room, I put my hand on the bag strap tighter. He was standing by the window with his arms crossed, staring at me like I had done something terrible. "I went out," I said, making sure my voice was calm but firm. Tonight, I wasn't going to get caught up in one of his power plays. It's been a long day, so no. Tyler fixed his jaw and looked at me with narrowed eyes. "I know Nicole that you went out. You left the workplace without saying anything, and now you're here, what? "Hours later?

