“Uh…I think I left my phone at my office.

I can’t really remember where last I kept it… ha haha,” I said, ending with a laugh that sounded all too fake.

But Ethan did not seem to notice because he was still blinded by the thought of Xavier texting me.

“Don’t test me, Leah.

Give me your phone!” He said sharply.

“Why do you even need my phone?

I did not ask for yours, and by the way, you don’t need to worry, I’ve already blocked, Xavier,” I said, hoping I sounded ...