The screen on Madison’s phone lit up just after ten thirty, and she snatched it with trembling hands.
“Hello?” There was a nervous tone to her voice. She rolled her eyes and slapped herself on the forehead. Be cool. She thought as she waited for his reply.
“Hey. I hope this isn’t too late to call.”
She took a deep breath in an effort to calm herself down. “Nope. It’s all good.”
“Good.” His voice was light and cheery. “Cause I wanted to hear your voice.”
A shiver was sent down her spine as she grinned widely. “That’s nice to hear.”
“Good. So, how are you feeling?” She could see his grin in her mind.
“Not bad. I’m sore but that’s ‘cause I’ve been trying to use my walker less, so I guess it’s to be expected.”
“I guess that’s true. You know what I think?”
“What?” She laid against he
