Duty Over Desire

Vance

I watch the screen of my phone go dark as Stella abruptly hangs up.

My worry for her is only intensifying as time goes on, but I know I can’t rush to the city right now. I have a meeting scheduled to hire my election manager in ten minutes, and as much as I want to be by Stella’s side, I have to prioritize my responsibilities.

I sigh, hoping that she’ll be okay on her own for a little while