“Morning.”

“Morning, ma’am. Do you need anything?”

"No. Actually, why does everyone seem so busy this morning? And I see there are three plates on the dining table. Is Erick coming over for breakfast?"

"Not Erick, but Mr. Carlos. He returned from his cabin today. Mr. Joshua asked us to prepare breakfast for three."

I frowned. Joshua hadn't said anything to me last night. After dropping me off in front of his house and leaving me curious about his words, he immediately locked himself ...