It was on Sunday evening and the end of the weekend, yet Ryan hasn’t returned Dora from New York. Amelia was beginning to get worried, her fear gradually slipping into her thoughts. But she’d spoken to Ryan all through the weekend and even that morning and all of the time, he assured her he’ll bring Dora home.
What was the issue? Did he suddenly become busy?
She wondered out loud as she paced her living room while calling Ryan. It was a video call so she could see her child and be assured that all was well.
James had just left her apartment after they both returned from the lovely picnic he’d planned for them at the beach. Amelia had quickly returned home, hoping to see Ryan and Dora waiting for her but her curb was empty without his car. Her happiness died the moment she met their absence but she played it off in James’ presence so he wouldn't be worried as she knew how much James adored her little girl.
After two tries, Ryan finally answered the call, his face filling her phone sc
