“Hey!” Patricia complained, lightly shoving her brother’s shoulder. “You shouldn’t introduce me to people like that! You’re so annoying!”

“Then introduce yourself properly next time without stammering,” Christian deadpanned.

Patricia pouted at him, then turned to Michael with a smile.

“I’m Patricia Callahan. Pleased to meet you,” she said, extending her hand formally towards him.

Michael reached out and shook it politely. “I’m Michael McGregor.”

“Ah! I’ve heard about your family!” she said, and the enthusiasm was clear in her voice. She was so bubbly, so different from her usually impassive brother.

It was interesting to say the least. The two were siblings, but their appearances were almost in complete...