But how are we going to invite them? he finally asked.
I reached into my purse and took out my cell phone. I have them on speed dial.
After a few minutes of canoodling, I strolled outside the covered bridge to get more light from the streetlamp. I avoided a few puddles, as the rain had ceased.
I scrolled to Scarlets contact number and pressed send. The line began to ring. And ring. And ring.
Is she there? Alexander asked impatiently.
I shook my head.
Just then, someone picked up. I could hear the pounding of loud music with overloaded bass in the background.
Scarlet? I said.
Hello? I barely heard her voice. Hello?
Then the phone went dead.
I dont think she wants to speak to me, I said.
I think she probably cant hear you. That club can be deafening.
Ill try again.
I pushed redial and waited.
This time she picked up right away. Raven, is that you?
Yes! Can you hear me?
Ravenis that you?
Yes! I yelled.
I think its Ravenbut I cant hear her, she said to someone.
Scarlet? Onyx? Are you there?
The call was dropped. All I heard was my own voice shouting.
I guess well have to try later, Alexander said, resigned. He wiped off the damp bench with a tissue he had in his pocket and sat down.
If she cant hear my invite, then maybe she can see it.
What do you mean?
I sat down next to Alexander and texted as fast as I could. He peered over my shoulder, curious.
Onyx and Scarlet
Mansion Mayhem!
Mansion on top of Benson Hill only a few towns away.
Saturday Night @ Sunset
Raven