“Where is your phone?”

I pointed to the kitchen counter that I’d placed it on when we first walked in.

“Keep this with you, Ria. I know it’s weird, but think of it as a weapon. Always carry it around. Now, let me show you a couple of important things.”

He looked over my shoulder as he showed me the different paths to get to texting, phone calls, camera and video. I probably would have asked more questions, but his cheek was an inch from mine as he leaned over and showed me the ...