Slipping Away

The car pulled into the hotel's underground garage, but Cleo didn't get out. She just sat there, staring blankly ahead.

Seeing her like this, Derek suddenly asked, "Are you and Dominic close?"

Her eyes wandered aimlessly, and Derek didn't press her.

He said, "Let's get out of the car. I've got three meetings lined up, so go freshen up first."

Cleo dragged her heavy legs out of the car and quietly