Anna squeezed her hand. "But this is all just 'what ifs' right now. What if the truth is the exact opposite of what you're thinking? Don't let yourself spiral until you actually know the facts."
Catherine was about to respond when her phone buzzed on the table. She checked the screen and looked at Anna.
"Is it Travis?"
Catherine nodded.
"Answer it," Anna urged.
Catherine took a deep breath and slid the bar to answer. "Hello?" She cringed internally when her voice came out shaky.
"What’s wrong with your voice, Catherine?"
She bit her lip, quickly scrambling for an excuse. "Oh, Anna and I were just watching a sad movie," she lied. "Why are you calling?"
"I’m calling to see what time you’re coming home."
She glanced at her watch. "In a little bit."
"Okay. Just wait there, I’ll come
