Noah is lying on the bed, sleeping soundly, and even with a smile at the corners of his mouth.
Noah falling asleep in such a short time naturally doesn’t shock me. But Frances is sitting opposite me and smiling.
"How did you get in?"
Fearing that it may awake Noah, I lower my voice and say.
"The door is open, isn't it an invitation?” Frances says lightly.
His eyes are full of anger when he glances at Noah.
I feel so regretful that I want to slap myself in the face.
I should have closed the door when I am going out. Otherwise, I won't have to face a dilemma like this right now.
Frances is a temperamental guy. Nothing good is going to happen when he shows up like this. What's more, there is a man lying on my bed now. Although I am not caught in bed, the anger on his face is already very obvious.
"Let's talk about it outside."
I want to let Noah stay out of it. I whisper to Frances.
He smiles while sitting in the chair, without moving an inch.
I feel anxious. It will be really embarrassing if we wake Noah up.
I am very afraid that the two of them being in the same room. On one hand, I am worried about what Frances will do to Noah. On the other hand, I am afraid that Noah might accidentally reveal my secret.
Since I am humiliated by Frances last time, I decide to hide my sincerity. I really don't want to bring up any unnecessary ramification.
"So, not even an explanation after having a man in your bed?"
Explanation?
How do I explain?
The more I say, the more it seems like I want to cover it up.
But right now, Frances shows his attitude obviously. He is not going to leave me alone unless I make it clear.
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