My anger had already started fading when I heard his sweet tone. "No need, I drove here. But I should check with Aurora first—I might need to look at the shop before coming to see you."

Just as I finished saying that, Aurora called. I quickly told Derek, "Gotta go, Aurora's calling."

After picking up, Aurora's voice was bright. "Sophia, are you on your way?"

I smiled and responded, "Just about to head over."

She teased playfully, "Why don't you go back up and spend ...