At first, I was confused. Staring into Felix's mahogany irises, I tilted my head back and forth, hoping he’d explain.

"Cook for him?" I asked, "You mean again tonight? There's plenty more in there." I threw my thumb behind me toward the kitchen.

“No, not exactly,” Felix said.

Suddenly, I was aware that the entire room was watching us. Felix gave me a pleading smile as he clasped his hands close to his chin.

"I ...