Debra bit the bottom of her lip gently. She hesitated for a few seconds before saying, "Skylar, it's me."

Skylar's attitude became enthusiastic as soon as he heard Debra's voice. "Hello, Miss Debra. What can I do for you this late at night?"

He was smiling from ear to ear. 'Just as I expected. It hasn't even been 24, and she is calling me. Dax must be on the verge of death right now for her to do that.'

Debra still had no idea that she was playing into Skylar's hand. "Umm, there's something I need to ask you face-to-face," she said in a small voice.

Skylar became extremely excited. "It's my honor to do anything for a beauty like you. I'll meet you in the lobby," he said without hesitation.

Soon, they were seated in the hotel's private dining room. It was late at night, so there were no other diners there. Their tables were next to the floor-to-ceiling window, giving them an uninterrupted night view of Mid City. However, Debra was in no mood to admire the scenery.

Skylar was look