Allison
Just as I was about to suggest ways for Colby to communicate, the call cut off abruptly.
"Ah, s**t," he muttered, looking at me with frustration. "She ended the call."
My heart sank. "Oh my goodness, I think she found out that I told you to call her."
I felt a wave of despair wash over me, but before I could give up hope, Colby's phone rang again. He looked at the screen, and his eyes widened in surprise. "She's calling," he exclaimed, showing me the screen.
I felt a surge of excitement. "Oh my goodness, pick it up! Pick it up quickly before she changes her mind or something."
He let out a deep breath before answering the call. "It's actually a video call," he said, his eyes locked on mine.
I nodded eagerly. "Just pick it up, answer it!"
He rubbed his face, as if steeling h
