choose me 13
Chapter 13 “Back in the day, Jennifer was really good to you. She wouldn’t start eating until you finished. She knew your tastes best. Even after all these years, we guys still haven’t figured out what you like to eat.” One of Alexander’s close buddies spoke up first. Seeing him lower his head, he didn’t say more. By the end of the gathering, he’d lost all interest. He downed a big glass of liquor and rushed home. The house was cold and quiet as usual. Not even the hallway light was on. Pitch black. Alexander felt irritation rising. No slippers waited at the entryway. He felt unsettled, his expression darkening. “Mrs. Martinez… Mrs. Martinez…” When Mrs. Martinez came, she only brought a cup of hot water. Alexander waved his hand carelessly, smashing the cup on the floor. “I don’t want water. I want Herbal Sober–up Tonic.” He shouted at Mrs. Martinez, his eyes turning stormy. 0128 Chapter 13 “I’m sorry, Mr. Smith. Since Jennifer left, I haven’t known your routines.” Alexander pressed his temples. “Don’t you know how to make the tonic?” Mrs. ingrembled, sweat beading. “Jennifer always bought the ingredients herself. Sometimes it took hours to simmer. She never told me the recipe. She handled all your needs personally.” Bang! Alexander tore off his watch and flung it onto the coffee table….