The next day, I am once again summoned to Caleb’s side. This is the first time that it’s happened since our moment of passion in the gardener’s shed, so hope fills my heart. Since I care as much as I do about Caleb, I want to be near him, no matter what.
From what I can tell, from the time of day, and the way the servant who requested me is leading me towards the dining room, I suspect Caleb and I are going to sit down to a nice lunch.
As soon as I walk into the dining room, I realize I was mistaken so much that it’s laughable.
Only, I’m not laughing.
Caleb is sitting in the lone table in the room, with a woman sitting across from him. There is no additional third spot for me.
Tristan, standing near the door, spots me when I come through it and quickly joins me. After sending the oth
