Everly dialled Michael's number, who answered immediately but waited for her to say the first word.
"Hey," she said in a small and hesitant voice.
"Hey yourself," Michael responded. "You got home safely?"
"Yeah, sorry for not letting you know." She racked her mind wondering what she'd say about her inability to answer when he called. "And for missing your calls too."
"It's okay," he said, putting her out of her misery. "Where were you?"
"I took a short walk to the pond when I got home." She said, deciding that she'd mention Lucas only if he asked her who she had gone with. If he didn't, she'd keep her mouth shut. There really was no need to hurt and jeopardize her relationship over something like this.
"I see you're already making the most of this break," Michael chuckled.
"Well, I
