Since Rebecca decided to act this way alongside Sofia, I knew I had to take the next step to get Thompson. I had to snatch the gentleman from her. Despite feeling disgraced, I needed Thompson and had to play a proper game to snatch him from Rebecca. Luckily, on a fateful Monday while he was at work, I drove to his office. We had a good time, and he told me how the whole family was doing. Although I was forgiven by Norah and Rebecca at first, I didn't mind why this would come up.

I stood from my seat and walked towards him. "What are you trying to do,...