Chapter 17 : ( Jerk )

[ Emerald ]

I twitched open my eyes but shut them instantly as they burnt due to the lack of sleep for the entire night.I kept pondering over my uncertain future lost in the sense fog of fears,insecurities and a toxic relationship.

I laid flatly on the soft bed and glanced at the digital clock placed on the night stand; 6:15 AM,it read.The dawn spread it's first signs in the horizon but it was still very early morning.Sighing,I rolled off from the bed and headed for my morning routine.I just cleaned and brushed my face.It was too early for a shower.

I slowly tip toed out of my room and padded to the kitchen to make mudra strong cup of black coffee to start a new day.The kitchen lights were off,it meant Nancy was still in her room.

It was strange as in my two days stay in this house,I usually spot her doing her job by five thirty.She starts with cleaning and make our breakfast  around