Chapter 59: Trying to Date

I closed my eyes, trying to shut off all the thoughts racing through my mind. After the exhausting days I'd just been through, I drifted off quickly. When I woke up the next morning, sunlight was already pouring in through the window. Thankfully, it was the weekend. Sleeping in was one of the few luxuries office workers like me could enjoy. I glanced at the alarm clock on the nightstand. It was already ten. I stretched lazily under the covers, reluctant to get up. Just as I was about to roll over and enjoy a little more rest, my phone buzzed. It was Zachary Ford. I frowned slightly. We were still two hours away from our planned meetup. Why was he calling now? Even though I was mildly annoyed, I picked up. "Mr. Ford, it's not time yet. Is something wrong?" I kept my tone light but distant. "No, no. I just wanted to ask if you'd like me to come pick you up?" Zachary's voice sounded a little eager. Maybe even nervous. "That's not necessary. I'll take a taxi over." The moment he offered, I