Heart breaking question.

"Tobias?" I call out, searching the rooms in the house. I can't find him anywhere, the house is deserted. I let out a frustrated groan, tugging at my hair in distress. My phone is still vibrating in my pocket and I pull it out, gritting my teeth tightly. It's mum - surprise, surprise.

Trish, where are you? Leroy wants you.

Trisha Lockwood, answer your phone.

Trish! Don't make me ground you.

I groan loudly again and ring her, stomping down the stairs. The line rings three, four, five times before she answers.

"Trish? Where are you?"

"Mum, I'm at Emily's. I fell asleep, sorry." I mumble, running a hand over my tired face. The last thing I need is to be grounded, especially when Emily needs me. I can hear her voice soften on the other end, obviously sensing my exhaustion.

"Do you know what time you'll be home honey?"

"No, sorry Mum."

"I'll cook you some lunch and leave it in the oven."

I smile even though I know she can't see me.