I hadn't expected him to actually remember my offhand comment. "I just mentioned it because I happened to see it."

"But I've already bought the breakfast, and I don't really like sandwiches," Jack said.

Wasn't it just my imagination, or did I detect a hint of grievance in his tone?

I bit my lip and, after a moment's hesitation, ventured, "How about I come back now?"

"Alright, I'll wait for you at your house," said Jack.

I hung up and then turned to walk into the villa. To Sofia, I said, "Jack is waiting for me at my house, so I'm heading back."

Sofia looked up at me. "You're leaving...