DYER

The phone ringing loudly from the side stool disrupts the calm moment.

I carefully remove my hands from Aislyn’s hair and turn to retrieve the blasting phone.

The name that pops up on the screen kills whatever joy I have left.

“Excuse me, I need to take this call”. I quickly grab a pair of loose pants and put it on as fast as my hands can let me. Before grabbing the phone and stepping out of the room.

Upon leaving the room I answer the call and spit out angrily. “I don't ...