ch.18 | The Hard Part

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ASA'S POV

I fucked up. Even though I was trying to do the right thing, I knew that I had most definitely fucked things up with Cassandra because of it. The entire time that I was gone, all I could think about was the look on her face before I left.

She looked confused and hurt, and I don't blame her. Cassandra had every right to be mad at me right now. I guess I should have explained to her where and why I was leaving, but I didn't have much time. I had to get going and tried to not wake her up.

The worst part about it wasn't even the fact that I left, but that I wasn't able to get back. It's been twenty-seven hours since I walked out the door and I'm just barely able to head back to my place. I just hope she's still there considering they just gave us the all-clear to head back onto the streets.

Thankfully, the power was back on a couple hours after I left, but that didn't change the fact that she was angry. Well, it seemed like she was angry based off of the few interactions we had through messages. I wanted to explain all of it to her, but she wasn't answering my calls and the only other option would be texting her an explanation, but that wasn't a good choice. Not that I've been making any smart decisions in the last day and a half.

The entire way back to my place, all I can think about are the few messages we exchanged. I pull out my phone, scrolling through our very blunt conversation for what felt like the hundredth time to keep myself from yelling at the cab driver to hurry the fuck up.

Asa 7:30am Yesterday
I know you must be sleeping, but I wanted to apologize about this morning. I didn't mean to yell at you and I'm sorry that I had to go.

Cassandra 7:55am Yesterday
Don't worry about it. It's fine.

Asa 8:34am Yesterday
I will explain everything as soon as I'm back. Everything okay back there? Is the power back on?

Cassandra 9:13am Yesterday
Everything is fine. Power's back.

Cassandra 9:17am Yesterday
You don't owe me an explanation, Asa.

Asa 10:22am Yesterday
But I want to explain all of it to you. I promise, once I'm back, we can talk about it.

Cassandra 11:01am Yesterday
Okay

Asa 12:37pm Yesterday
How's everything going? I miss you. Wish I could be back in bed with you right now.

Asa 2:12pm Yesterday
Cas? Is everything okay?

Cassandra 2:33pm Yesterday
Yeah, everything's fine.

Asa 5:30pm Yesterday
Cas, I'm sorry. I don't think I can make it back tonight. It's gotten worse out and they've completely closed the streets.

Cassandra 5:57pm Yesterday
It's fine. Not your fault. I'm probably gonna sleep soon anyways. I'm tired

Asa 6:16pm Yesterday
I am so sorry. I didn't think any of this would happen, otherwise I wouldn't have asked you to come. I know you're probably mad, but just know how bad I feel about this.

Cassandra 6:32pm Yesterday
I'm not mad at you. I'm just tired. I'll see you tomorrow. Goodnight Asa

Asa 6:34pm Yesterday
Goodnight beautiful. Miss you.

Asa 5:13am Today
Good morning. They just started plowing. I'll try to be there as soon as possible. Should be back before you're awake. Can't wait to see you.

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