Kapitel 12: Chapter 12

I stare at the glossy half-moon shining brightly while waiting by the bus stop.

I had to work extra time at the shop because I demand a raise in my salary from my boss since I need the money more than ever right now.

Refusing to cogitate about what went on today, the most shocking news leaving me stupefied and weak I exhale shakily blinking back the tears threateningly to fall, the sound of cricket coming from the thicket, dulcet me from my maudlin thought.

Zephyr blow helping me normalize my breath from the fear growing in me.

I stare in silence watching cars pass by and people going in different directions before hearing my phone vibrate to life.

I scramble through my bag for my phone before answering the phone to be welcomed by the concerned voice of Emma" Shiloh where are you? "

"I had to close late today but I will be home very soon, just waiting for the bus, " I say hastily hitting my heel on the bench continuously.