Ansel
"Thanks for the ride," Elisa said and tried to leave in a hurry, but I grabbed her wrist. I sensed her uneasiness the entire car ride. I tried to ignore it, but I couldn't because she looked devastated.
"What's the matter with you?" I asked.
"Nothing. Let go so I can go inside," Elisa tried to free her hand, but I gripped it more firmly.
"Bullshit. It's written all over your face. Something is wrong," I narrowed my eyes.
Elisa sighed. "I am worried about her being alone, that's all. So just let me go, okay?"
I was confused. Elisa left Sadie home alone with a babysitter all the time, so what was the big deal? Was it because it was someone else's house? I wasn't convinced, but I let go of her.
"Thanks again for the ride. You didn't have to do that, but I appreciate it anyway," E
