Unease Amidst Anticipation

As she answered the phone, Noa’s voice was as familiar as ever—no traces of annoyance or bewilderment. As they wrapped up their conversation, all seemed well and good. Yet, beneath Dave’s composed exterior, a twinge of unease lurked throughout his business trip.

Dave was riding high on the excitement of a weekend he had vividly envisioned with plans aplenty. Yet, those enigmatic calls played stubbornly in his thoughts like an unsolved puzzle piece. Could they be related to Noa? This question would pull a thread that would furrow his eyebrows the moment he’s home.

Next: When this duo finally reunited, things took quite a turn!