Chapter 40

"Ding dong..." The doorbell chimed once again, causing Blaine to stir lazily from his slumber. He rubbed his eyes, letting out a tired yawn.

He looked around and found out that it was morning already. "Oh, shit! That must be Delaney," He hurried downstairs, still feeling very drowsy.

He fell asleep last night without even knowing. He was so exhausted and lost in thoughts. He was worried about Delaney. He knew she had refused to come back home last night because of the argument they had over lunch. But his worry was, 'Where did she spend the night?'

Blaine knew Delaney had no friends. Neither was she capable of showing up at her stepmother's house.

"Babe?" He called out as soon as he opened the door and saw her standing outside. "God, I was so worried," He drew her close, wrapping his arms around her in a warm embrace.

Delaney barely reciprocated. She stood still, waiting for his drama to be over so she could go in. She had to prepare for work.

"Where did you go? You got me worried." H