I moved to Dan to whisper something to him. "What is this all about?" I asked. Dan looked nervous when he looked at me. I thought for sure that he would shake his head and move away, not answering my question but he didn't, which I was thankful for.

Dan leaned down and whispered lowly in my ears. "Nate and his parents...they don't get along well."

Don't get along? What does Dan mean? And why?

I wanted to ask Dan more but servants came and ushered us away to our rooms. I looked hesitant at Dan, but he nodded at me to go. "What about you guys?" I asked.

"We'll...