Allison

Just as I was about to suggest ways for Colby to communicate, the call cut off abruptly.

"Ah, shit," he muttered, looking at me with frustration. "She ended the call."

My heart sank. "Oh my goodness, I think she found out that I told you to call her."

I felt a wave of despair wash over me, but before I could give up hope, Colby's phone rang again. He looked at the screen, and his eyes widened in surprise. "She's calling," he exclaimed, showing me the screen.

I felt a surge of excitement. "Oh my goodness, pick it up! Pick it up quickly before she changes her mind or...