Akai entered her room after Ryder retired to his.She slipped into her room, phone in hand, and dialed her grandma's number. The ringing stopped, and Grandma Grace's sleepy voice answered.
"Did you arrive safely, dear?" she asked, her tone husky with drowsiness.
Akai smiled, knowing her grandma was probably snuggled under the blankets. "Yeah, I'm here, Grandma. Don't worry, I'll let you sleep. Goodnight.Grandma, I won't keep you up." Akai said, not wanting to disturb her further.
"Okay, sweetie...goodnight. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow. Hope I make it home safely.Can't wait to have you by my side." Grandma Grace mumbled, her voice trailing off before the call ended.
