*Morgan*

Before we even exit the kitchen, Serena comes down the stairs and stops us. She is wearing the same anxious look as Shane.

“The elders have pushed the meeting by an hour,” Serena tells us.

“Damn it!” Shane exclaims. “Do you know why?”

“Reginald said he isn’t ready yet. He said he has to prepare,” Serena explains, rolling her eyes.

“What does that even mean? We ...