ALEXANDER

Immediately Kevin's call ended, my phone rang again. For a split second, I thought it was Kevin about to spit more venom, but when Rubby's name lit up the screen, I couldn't help the small smile that tugged at my lips.

"Hey Rubby," I answered, leaning back into the couch.

"How are you doing? I just thought of calling you now."

"I'm so sorry Alex," she started, her voice soft and tentative.

"I had no idea that Nolan was going to show up, I didn't..."

"It's okay, dear," I ...