Cassie
As I answered John's call, my frustration bubbled to the surface, and I didn't hold back. "John! Where the hell were you last night? I tried calling and texting you a million times, and you didn't respond! Do you have any idea how worried I was?"
John's voice sounded groggy, and he mumbled, "I...I got drunk, Cassie. I couldn't think straight."
My anger flared at his response. "You got drunk? Seriously, John? You just disappeared without a word, and now you're telling me you got drunk? What's going on with you?"
I could hear the guilt and regret in his voice as he replied, "I'm sorry, Cassie. I messed up. I'll explain everything later. Right now, I need to sort some things out."
I clenched my jaw, trying to control my frustration. "Fine, John. Sort your things out. But this can'
