Desmond's POV It takes only a moment to realize that it was Mary who was on the other end of the line. I quickly snatch the cell from Tasha and answer her. "Hello, Honey." "Hi baby, is that Tasha I just heard a moment ago?" "Ummm yes, yes it's her, she was waiting for a call from Ryan's mum to know how he's holding on." I lied through my teeth. "Oh, I see but why is she using the one in our room?" "I don't know for sure but that's not important, how are you doing and the trip so far?" "I thought you didn't approve of me going?" "Yes I was angry but after you left I cooled off a bit and had space to think of our argument." Trying my best to sound normal while betraying my actual state of urgency, why would Tasha make the dumb mistake of answering? I turn to see

