#Chapter 73: Miscommunications

Lily found Barnett at his apartment. She had to knock a few times before he finally came to the door, a slight scowl on his face. “So, you’re back,” she said. He stepped aside to let her in. She closed the apartment door behind her and trailed him into the room. “How was Egypt?” “It was fine. Saw the pyramids.” He looked interested, but she wasn’t there to talk about Egypt. “Have you been online recently?” He shook his head. “I’ve been with my father, you know that. He was really sick.” She mentally kicked herself. “Right, how Grandpa?” Barnett sighed and sat down on the couch. She took the seat across from him. “He’s doing better, but still not his usual self.” “He finally got tired of your company?” He huffed out a dry laugh. “Pretty much.” She bit her lip. A part of her didn’t want to bring it up, but she had to. Both Barnett and Anna were too stubborn to admit how they felt for each