Caught in the Act

Hazel had never felt so upset right now. The beeping sound from the phone was stabbing straight into her chest, making her heart throb painfully.

At least now, she could somewhat understand how Clara must have felt countless times when she hung up on her.

"Mommy..." sobbed Hazel. She returned to the window, staring after the fading figure, her tear-blurred eyes misty.

*****

"Alright. Just quit scr