Chapter 5

I didn't push open the door.

I didn't storm inside and demand to know why.

The moment Evan closed his eyes, I had all the answer I needed.

I turned and left the restaurant. That coat wasn't worth walking back into the room for.

My phone vibrated inside my bag.

Evan.

I glanced at it but didn't answer.

A second call came.

Then a third.

By the time I got into my car, a message appeared on the screen.

Where did you go?

Two minutes later, another arrived.

Laurel, answer me.

I started the car.

It was almost nine when…