PRIVACY

I slowly nodded at him. I’m ready to hear whatever explanation he’s going to give.

“Thank you, Emily. Let’s sit down.” he smiled and motioned his hands towards the bed. I sat next to him, staying silent.

“Those two who kidnapped you are my friends. Dylan and Jacob. I know Patrick would do anything to harm you so he could make me angry. That’s why my friends have been watching you since you stepped foot in the store. I called you many times to tell you not to leave the house. Indeed, you avoided my call.”

“I’m sorry, Ryder. I wasn’t in a good mood to talk,” I said,...