AXEL

The door creaked as I opened it slowly. Ashley stood by the wall, almost hiding behind the door. Her bag still hung on her shoulders!

I was so irritated that she didn't even know what to do.

I stared at her with annoyance. Then I shut the door firmly and locked it.

She turned to me sharply. Her eyes widened with unspoken questions. I scowled at her and she looked away, picking her fingers. I could smell her discomfort.

"You asked me to wait," her voice was filled with agitation.

"Shut ...