Chapter 22

• Before her mind could conjure up another sarcastic remark, she hastily added Dylan's number to her contact list, labeling it as "Mafia Candy Killer." A smile crept onto her face as she decided to play a little game, but just as her phone began to ring, the sudden sound startled her, causing her to lose control and accidentally drop her phone onto her face.
• "Goodness gracious! Ouch!" She cradled her nose with her hand while retrieving her phone from the other. "Stupid phone!" She sat up and gently massaged her nose, trying to alleviate the throbbing pain, before glaring at the persistently ringing device.
• "Hello?" She unintentionally growled, still attempting to soothe her aching nose.