ROYCE

"Okay, I give up," I murmured as I took my phone from my pocket and then dialed Nelina's number. While the other line was ringing, I am still hesitant and making choices about whether to turn it off or not. But before I could decide to cut it off, a fruity voice from the other line was heard.

"Hello?" I could clearly hear her voice as I put it in speaker mode. "Hey, you there?"

"Oh, hello, yes, I'm here." It took me a few seconds before I was able to respond. "I hope I'm not disturbing you. Are you out of work?" I inquired before I started talking...