I took a deep breath and lowered the book I was holding to the couch. I checked my wrist watch and it was fifteen past the time Tiffany said she'd come over. I tried to take my mind off the whole situation but it wasn't working. All I could think of was to get a glass of distilled whiskey. I reached for the slab and poured some to the glass. I gulped it down in one turn and a furrow appeared on my forehead. I dropped the glass and turned away, walking back to the couch. I picked up my phone in an attempt to call her but I stopped myself. I should not make her feel tensed or make her feel uncomfortable. I dialed Antonio's number instead and ordered for him to meet me inside the house. Few seconds after the call ended, I heard footsteps and turned in the direction of the footsteps.

