I startled awake, fumbling with the door handle to scramble out of the car. “I’m so sorry, Sebastian! The ride was just so comfortable, I fell asleep without realizing it. You should’ve woken me up.”

“There’s no need to apologize, Ms. Jackson,” Sebastian replied with an easy smile, gesturing for me to head inside. “Mr. Scott specifically asked us not to disturb you. He guessed you must be overworked and needed the rest.”

I clutched the garment bag ...