I have a sigh of relief when after the fourth ring Kya picks up, her voice solemn. "Hello?"
"Kya, what is the matter?" I ask quietly.
It's been very weird between us this past month. Our relationship had been on smooth sailing. Late date nights, trips to the beach, grabbing ice-cream together after her shift at Sofia Cafe, and even hiking. Then we'd schepple back home for mind-boggling s*x, then leave each other in the morning with a goodbye kiss.
But ever since the month began, everything took a turn for the worst.
I'm trying to keep afloat, but it's affecting my well-being. I love Kya. I love her a lot. "You didn't even say goodbye this morning. What have I done this time? Why are you torturing me?"
"Greg, please," she sighs. "I'm not torturing you. I...you don't understand. Work th
