Saying so, I cut off the call.
“What’s wrong? Did something happen?” Cecilia sat on my thigh, looking at me with bitterness concealed behind her eyes.
I nodded my head awkwardly. “There’s a new lead on David’s situation. I have to make a trip over. We can take our time to talk more about our issue once this matter is resolved.”
Cecilia tightened her lips into a thin line. Although she was somewhat unhappy, she was still understanding, and responded, “Okay then, James. David’s situation is more urgent. Hurry over to his place, before it’s too late.”
“Yeah, I will. You should quickly resign from your job here. Wait for me at home. I’ll take care of you in the future.” I really did not wish to continue seeing Cecilia in this place. Thus, I hardened my resolve to make her mine, absolutely
