On Monday

Um?"

Rowan didn't understand James at first, so he repeated, "Where is Rolland's home, I'll find you."

"Uh... now? No need, it's late now, so I won't bother you to come here. Don't worry, I'm okay with her!"

The phone went quiet.

The silence felt like the night, spreading on both sides of the phone. James's long silence made Rowan feel a little guilty. She felt like she took advantage of him and then pushed him away.

But her feelings towards James were too complicated at the moment, and she didn't want to see him in person today.

She tried to explain, "Rolland will be back soon, and it's too early for us to clean up properly. Plus, you won't have time to stay when you come. Let's meet at the clinic on Monday."

After a while, James finally accepted her explanation and returned to his usual gentle tone.

"Okay, then see you at the clinic on Monday. Take care of yourself."

"Um!"

Rowan waited for him to hang up first. But he suddenly spoke seriously, "Rowan, if you need my help with anythi