"Wait, sorry, my bad," I say, moving the phone away from my ear to double-check the number. I was expecting Ethan's call, but this number is unfamiliar. Yet, the voice on the other end is unmistakable - Logan.

I try to sound civil, for Shawn's sake. "What's up?" attempting to keep the tone light.

"Nothing much, Nadine. Did you sleep well?"

I'm not interested in small talk, so I cut to the chase. "Yes, I did. Why are you calling?"

The pause is brief, but I sense he hesitates before Logan speaks again. I wait, wondering what he wants to discuss.

"I was wondering if I can have my time...