Take You Home

VIVIENNE

“W-Why did you call?” I asked, trying to steady my voice as I answered Ezekiel’s call.

For a moment, I went to the counter to answer his call properly and to avoid the guys who were trying to dance with me earlier.

I couldn't help but wonder why he called right when I asked for a sign. My heart beat faster, and I felt confused. Was it just a coincidence? It seemed too perfect to be random. Maybe it meant something. Maybe there was still something between us worth figuring out. Despite all the problems and hurt, could this be a chance to see if we could make things work again? The timing felt too strange to ignore.

“I wanted to ask if I could visit the kids right now. I bought them some gifts,” Ezekiel said, his voice calm but hesitant.

I felt a pang of disappointment. Somehow, I had hoped there was more to his call than just the kids.

“They’re with their grandparents,” I replied, trying to keep my voice steady. “Is that all?”

There was a brief pause.

“I hear a lot of noise