just like her? Was he thinking of her just like she was thinking of him? He must have tried calling her. She gently turned and her gaze fell on her phone which w

table home was. His father who would protect him from the harsh claws of his mother and brother travelled for a business trip. He glanced at his wrist watch then sighed softly. He turned, proceeded to his desk and dropped his briefcase on it. With his hands in his pant pockets, he walked to the window wall and gazed at the bustling city. The numerous vehicles plying the busy road, the street lights, security lights all made the city beautiful in the night His phone rang and he quickly took it out hoping it would be Ellie, but sighed in annoyance when he saw the name of the caller. "Come to Bar de baron," the voice of his friend Javon Tanner was heard over the phone the moment he answered the call. "I don't think I can come," he refused immediately. There was silence over the phone, then Javon's deep breath was heard. "It's Thursday, buddy," Asher glanced at the clock, "I know, Jay but I can't come," His voice was almost inaudible. It was their routine to meet up in the bar every Thursday. "Are you okay?" Javon asked when he noticed his muffled voice. "Yeah, I'm just stressed." He raked his head carelessly, he was yet to tell Javon, since he hoped he would resolve whatever the problem was with Ellie. "Oh, I see, then tomorrow," his lively voice sounded. "Yes, tomorrow," and he ended the call. He gazed outside and realized it was totally dark. Quickly, he picked up his briefcase and headed out of the car office to his car which was parked in the parking lot. Instead of heading home, he drove to the Wynn's family house. Once he arrived the Wynn's residence, he pulled over somewhere close to the mansion, then killed the car engine. With his heart thundering in his chest and his palms suddenly sweaty, he made his way into the house and rang the bell. Soon, the housekeeper came out. The moment she saw him, her brows clumped. "Miss Ellie isn't in," she rushed her words while taking quick glances behind her. Asher observed her reaction, obviously, she wasn't truthful. "I want to see her parents," "They aren't in," she hurried to shut the door, but Asher held the door. "Who's there?why are you wasting time?" It was Isabella Wynn. Asher chuckled lightly, "you said she isn't around," Just as the housekeeper was about to respond, the door was fully opened and Isabella Wynn came into sight. "You again?" A sudden frown warped her face. "What are doing here?" She queried angrily. Asher revealed