why isn't she here yet?

**Earnest**

I walked away, entering another hotel where I could seclude myself from home until the palpable tension was over. I couldn't forget the look on Clara's face; she was really vexatious towards me. I didn't mean to hurt her, but I didn't like that look on her face. I could count myself as a betrayal. Remembering her face, I slowly entered my hotel room.

I flung myself on the bed, trying to dash my eyes closed. Clara's sad face flooded back into my memory, and I was restless. I wished she would understand it wasn't my fault. Suddenly, my phone beeped. I checked the screen and smiled softly, seeing that Jasmine had called. My heart throbbed with excitement. I had missed her a lot. She was all I needed right now, to hold me and cuddle me. I picked up the call, a smile tickling around my face.

"Hello, darling. I missed you so badly," her voice came up at the receiving end. It was so gentle and soothing, yet laced with an unbelievable hint of seduction.

"I can't wait to see you h