Zachary frowned. His heart sank the moment he saw Danielle. He opened the door and went in.

Danielle followed him. "I've been calling you all-day. Zach, I really know I was wrong." Danielle stayed close behind him.

Zachary poured a glass of water and glanced at Danielle. She looked pale and weak.

"Zach, I won't cause any more trouble, okay? I won't bother Becky anymore either." Danielle's tears fell as she spoke.

Zachary remained aloof, ...