“Where are you going?” Georgio asked just as Joy stepped out of the bathroom after sending a message to her one‑night stand.

Joy flinched. She had just changed clothes and was about to open the front door when his sudden question startled her.

“I’m going to report for house arrest,” she replied, trying to keep her voice steady.

Georgio, freshly awake and dizzy, sat up. “What time is it? Why didn’t you leave earlier?” he asked, confused.

“I wasn’t feeling well ...