Veronica wondered if Nick really has to ask her about feeling aggrieved but was afraid to say it out loud.

She thought of Nick as a beast in an iron cage who has the capability to escape but still contemplating whether to get out of it or stay trapped. "What time do you get off work?"

Nick asked to change the topic which made Veronica felt stupefied. She had no idea why he asked such a question or did it have something to do with the atmosphere at that very moment.

"It depends on the recording. If it goes well, then I can finish on time." Veronica stated.

"I'll pick...