Chapter 48

Cara's POV

For the fifth time, I tried calling Eileen, but she wasn't answering, my frustration growing.

"Anything?" Leo asked.

"Nothing," I replied. "I'm tired of calling her. I don't know why she's not picking up."

"Is the phone ringing when you call?" Leo asked.

"Yes, it is," I said, exasperated.

I trudged to the couch and sank into it.

"Maybe you can try calling her," I suggested.

Leo nodded. "Okay."

He dialed the number and put the phone to his ear. We waited.

"Anything?" I asked.

Leo shook his head. "Nothing."

"Was it ringing?" I asked again.

"Yes, it was," Leo confirmed.

"Maybe she's busy," Leo offered.

But I was worried. Eileen always answered her phone. Something didn't feel right.

"Relax, don't worry or panic," Leo said soothingly, settling beside me on the couch.

His hand gently rested on my lap, sending shivers down my spine. He touched me seductively, his fingers tracing circles on my skin. With a gentle tug, he drew me closer, our lips almost touching.