Franklin froze the second Cassie asked the question, and something in his eyes shifted, like a guard dropping for half a heartbeat before snapping back into place. His voice wavered just slightly, but the words came out steady and firm.
"The right question at the wrong time will always give you the wrong answers."
Cassie lifted her brows, unconvinced. "And when exactly is the right time?"
They were alone. To her, this was the right time. She wanted clarity, not riddles.
Franklin opened his mouth to respond, but the door swung open.
"Cass, I've been looking everywhere for you. Are you ready?" Nathan asked as he stepped inside, his gaze flicking immediately to Franklin.
He froze for a moment, surprise flashing across his face, but he recovered quickly. "Mr. Roth. I didn't
