Chapter Seventy Four

“Arya...calm down I’m fine." Cesar told her. "No, there’s no need to come over.” He didn't know why he'd unblocked her number but now he was wishing he hadn't. He'd been talking to her for almost ten minutes now and he felt a headache coming on.

Arya kept rambling on the phone making Cesar sigh. She was clearly very worried and wouldn’t rest until she saw him. He didn't want her to come. She'd want to hug him and he wouldn't be able to stand it.

“Mom!”. He cut her off.

Arya went silent.

“Thank you." He breathed. "I’m fine. I’ll send you a photo if you want proof.”

“That’s fine." She said in a shaky voice. "I’m so glad you’re okay Cesar.”

“Yeah.” He muttered. "Thanks for calling."

“Can I send you ice cream? I know you like rocky road.”

“Uh…okay". Cesar said. "Sure.”

“Give me...ten minutes. Kisses.” She hung up.

Cesar dropped his phone on his bedside table with a sigh.

“You okay?I heard you yelling at someone.” Ellie walked into the bedroom.

“I wasn’t yelling…per se." He said. "Arya wou