"And Callie promised she'd fix Horatio's legs! She also promised to get Lisette out."

Ulysses cast a skeptical glance at Calliope. "Her? Are you all out of your minds?"

"No, we're not," Valerian said, pulling Ulysses aside. "Let's step outside. I need to fill you in on a few things."

Ulysses frowned, a mix of anger and confusion etched on his face. But with his head in a fog, he reluctantly followed Valerian outside.

As the two talked outside, Calliope remained seated at the head of the table, casting a casual glance at Horatio and Monty. "Aren't you curious when I'll get Lisette out?"

"No need to ask. We're sure you have a plan!" Monty replied optimistically. "Our Callie is the best and will sort it out!"

Monty grinned, "Callie, don't worry. Just let us know when you think it's best to get Lisette out."

shrugged. She understood their urgency but

really, but she wasn't planning on doing it

that the Jewell family was trying hard to win her favor. They'd even renovated rooms in their house for her. She was curious to see Lisette's

in the house, the one Lisette had

up their conversation, with Ulysses returning with a face

your hands now, and you'd better do a good job. Fix Horatio's legs and get

anything goes

piercing look, his

vouched for her abilities, but

lead it successfully? True, she'd redecorated the office to her taste, but what about

for dinner tonight," Monty chimed in. "Your

a surprise

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