The next day I went through my usual routine, my mind elsewhere. I walked around the courtyard and visited Jessica for a little while.

I wasn't thinking about Arthur and figured that since our appointment had been canceled the night before, it would be a while before he wanted to meet with me again.

After dinner, I was hanging out in my room when I heard a knock. That was peculiar.

"Yes?" I called. Who could it be?

"I'm here ...