"I'm fine," I said for about the tenth time within five minutes.
"If anything happens, call me," Vince said.
"I know, dad." I'm hundred percent positive that Vince was scowling this very moment.
"I'm just worried about you."
"I know," I said softly, "but I'm okay. Nothing is going to happen."
Vince sighed. "I can't be too sure."
"My parents are just a phone call away," I tried to reassure him.
"I know. Just please be careful."
"I always am."
I heard some shuffling and muffled voice in the background. It sounded like Mark was calling him.
"Gotta go?" I asked, already knowing the answer.
Vince let out another sigh. "Yeah. I'll call you tomorrow."
"Sounds good."
"I love you and I'll see you soon."
I smiled despite the fact that he couldn't see me. "I love you too."
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