Mobo Novels
It was 3 a.m., and my stomach was literally screaming, so I ordered some takeout—just me, solo at home.
Being extra cautious, I added a note:
[Still out, haven’t made it home yet. Just leave the food at the door and snap a pic.]
About 30 minutes later, the delivery guy hit me up, like he was supposed to:
[Miss, your food’s on the mat. Grab it when you can.]
[Picture.]
The photo showed the food chilling right outside my door. I waited a few minutes, not trying to run into him, then got up to grab it. Just before I turned the knob, I glanced at my phone: [Driver’s current distance - 0 meters.]
I jumped, startled.
My hand, which had just reached for the doorknob, instinctively pulled back.
After refreshing the app a few times, I noticed the rider’s location hadn’t budged.
The map still showed they were 0 meters away from me.
A chill ran down my spine, and I could feel a cold sweat forming on my back.
Anyone who orders takeout knows the drill: once the rider drops off the food, snaps a pic for proof, and confirms the delivery, they’re off to their next order ASAP.
It’s all about avoiding penalties for being late.
Once the order’s marked as complete, the customer can’t see the rider’s location anymore.
But sometimes, riders slip up and forget to hit that button.
Like right now.
It’s such a tiny detail, but it gives them away.
In other words…
this rider is still outside my door!