I open the door only to freeze in surprise upon seeing Knox! Why the hell is he here instead of that lady?

My heart began racing, thinking he might be here for my decision when my time isn't up yet. He gave me one week, there are two days left, so why did come?

"Aren't you going to welcome me in, dear Delaney?"

Too shocked to say anything, I silently open the door and stepped aside. My mind began reeling with excuses I could come up with if he brings up the topic. I need to come up with a reasonable lie, something that can delay him. Did vendetta say...