Behind Closed Doors

Alistair's sudden invitation left me feeling a bit awkward. I was caught off guard and didn't know how to respond.

My daughter was still here, and I really wanted to make time to be with her.

"Is this a bad time?" Alistair asked gently, probably because I didn't answer right away.

I had to reply in a low voice, "I need to go home and take a shower. I have dinner plans with my daughter tonight, so