"Hello."

Ashton felt relieved when his fourth call finally got a response. He had almost given up hope because Alice hadn't answered any of his previous calls.

"Hi, Alice. I ---"

"Did you invite me to lunch just to mess with me? You're unbelievable!" Alice interrupted immediately. On the other end, she was venting her frustration. Anyone would be angry after being kept waiting for so long, especially when they were extremely hungry. "Do you think I'm joking or lying when I say I'm really hungry and want to have lunch soon? Imagine, I've been waiting alone like a fool in the room. You said we'd get something done while...