Given the tense air, Sadie knew better than to push.

She was well aware of his sharp instincts and feared sparking any undue suspicion.

“Just don’t forget to drink it. Look after yourself, okay?” she urged, placing the glass on the table.

Holden gave a brief nod, and Sadie made her exit.

Making her way to her room, Sadie swiftly called the mysterious number from Holden’s phone.

Ready to confront the caller, she was taken aback when, after only two rings, the call ended.

they were, refusing to

Her patience wore thin.

like before, the

at his smart watch, grumbled, “Must be a scam. Mom always warned

his mother’s voice

for some

Melon promptly set his gadget aside and raced to the

grappled with her rising annoyance, unable to get

one to keep women close, and anyone who dared come near was often kept at bay by

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