After knowing that Christopher was not responsible for the break-in, Aiden got immediately worried for his friend. Niara could sense his anxiety throughout the day even during their meal with his dad and her family.
They drove his dad home with his private nurse, Jerald, then went to the store to check on the operations. After a couple of hours, they crossed the street to his diner where the acting manager reported about the store's progress for the past week.
After the meeting, the couple settled in one booth for some coffee and waffles. Niara watched as Aiden pushed his food around his plate with a fork, not really eating anything.
"Did you try calling him?" She asked.
"Huh?" He looked up absent-mindedly at her.
"Christopher. Did you try calling him?"
He shrugged. "I did. He's
