A few days had gone by since Stephen had made the phone call with Frances. She didn't reveal too much detail to him. He pushed for one but was told that he'd get a full run down during another get together. Stephen was shocked by this and questioned why they'd be meeting up prior to completing what he had been trying to do. Frances revealed how it was urgent and that she needed to see him.

Frances requested that they meet up for breakfast at the end of the week. Stephen ...