Chapter 18

We're finally home and I'm standing in my apartment. Sarah isn't here, as usual, only this time it vexes me. There's a crap load of male things infused throughout the apartment, and that rank smell of Marcus's aftershave is over everything. I'm also aware that in the whole time I've been gone, I have only heard from her via text, asking about my mother briefly. I know I shouldn't be upset. I barely touch base with her either, but I assumed I would have at least one call. Seeing as I haven't been home in a week or more. I march to my room and throw my suitcase down in agitation. I have two whole days at home for a change as Jake is shooting off to see his momma for her birthday, and for once, I'm not being dragged along for the occasion. I know Jake loves his mother and he wants some alone time with her; he has plans to take her on a shopping and spa day, her and her two sons. My room is depressing, after the weeks of jumping from grand hotels and Jake's apartment for quic