When I took it out, my nerves immediately became vigilant.

What was the purpose of Sean Matthews calling me?

It was as though he had never left!

"Hello," I greeted him with a hint of suspicion.

"I would want to give you something. Come forth."

"Is it late, or will it be tomorrow?"

Are you kidding?

I had just arrived home when he urged me to hurry over to the Evian flats.

"It’s ok if you don’t want to come out. I'll find you inside."

"No! I'll be there as soon as I can."

Sean Matthews abruptly terminated the call without uttering a single word.

I was fixated on my...