THE NEXT DAY AT LOTUS HEADQUARTERS

“You aren’t trying to go back on your word, are you?” Enora questioned, hands on her hips.

Victor looked away, trying not to pout, “No, but I don’t think you’re at one hundred percent, so maybe stay the extra day and go over on Sunday.”

“Victor, we’re having a girls’ night in. The craziest thing I’ll probably do is dance and sing during karaoke, so stop worrying. I’ll be back Monday after work.”

“Why ...