Maya's POV

Ben's smile was too bright, too smooth.

"Hi ladies," he said again, stepping closer like nothing was wrong.

I forced a smile. "Hi, Ben."

Theresa beamed at him, like everything was normal. "What are you doing here?"

"Just wanted to see you," he said, his eyes flicking from her to me and back. "I thought you'd be home by now."

Theresa giggled softly, but I felt a prickle of unease run down my spine.

He was part of it. I was sure. But Theresa had no idea. Or maybe she did and just ...