Dominick picked up his phone and instinctively dialed Evan's number. His thumb hovered over the screen as the call began to connect.
But before the first ring could even go through, he ended the call.
"I shouldn't disturb him," he murmured to himself.
He placed the phone back on the stand beside his bed and leaned back, finally allowing himself to feel the comfort of his room after so long. The familiar surroundings brought a brief sense of calm.
But it didn't last.
His thoughts drifted to Jeniva.
The moment her name crossed his mind, he sat up slightly. Without wasting another second, he reached for his phone again and dialed her number.
The call connected and, Dominick waited for her voice to be heard. He wanted to make sure that she arrived safely at her home.
Just as he was about to assume she might not pick up, the call connected.
