Elise's pov

My phone buzzed loudly on the counter, breaking the tension. I grabbed it and saw Olive's name flashing on the screen.

"I should probably take this," I said. "She's called like ten times."

"Go ahead. I'll clean up."

I slid off the stool and walked toward the living room for privacy. "Hey Olive."

"Finally! I was about to file a missing person report." Her voice was tense with worry and annoyance. "Where have you been? Are you okay? Did Sebastian murder you and steal ...