Chapter 198: Unexplained absence.

Nathan's POV: Nathan slumped into the chair. The phone pressed against his ear. The familiar ringtone is echoing in the now-stale air of his apartment. "Come on, Eric, pick up." He muttered under his breath. His voice was a mix of frustration and concern. The screen displayed 'Calling Eric...' For what felt like the hundredth time, Each call that went unanswered tightened the knot in Nathan's stomach. He had been calling Eric his brother for the past two days. Ever since Jennifer's story exploded across the newsfeeds, Painting a picture of scandal and surprise. Nathan raked a hand through his hair. The weight of the situation is pressing down on him. "You gotta face this, man." He said to the silent phone, If he is willing, Eric will hear him through the device. "You can't just ignore the world and hope it goes away." He thought about Jennifer. In terms of the mess that had unfolded so publicly, And about Eric's stubborn silence: "This isn't you, Eric," He whisp