C21 We Are Almost There

Worry painted Alice's face when she heard her mother's question. This was what she feared the moment she saw her calling. She bit her lower lip, unsure of what to say.

"Are you still there? Why couldn't you answer my question?" Her mother's voice held a hint of controlled frustration.

Alice took a deep breath and shot a sharp look at Kendrick. He responded with a nonchalant shrug