Daisy noticed Philip’s attention was elsewhere. She followed his gaze across the cafeteria and saw his eyes fixed on Lucretia’s desk. He was so lost in thought that he didn’t even register Daisy's stare. Frustrated, she nudged him sharply in the ribs.

“What are you looking at?” she questioned, irritation evident in her tone.

“Uh... nothing,” Philip answered quickly, snapping back to reality. He rose from his seat a little too hastily, trying to cover his unease with ...