When they finished eating, Maria came out to clear the dishes. A frown appeared on her face when she realized that Hazel was no longer at the dining table.

Just one look at Petra and Irene who were discussing together made her understand what had really happened. She darted her eyes at Romeo.

A moody expression was on his face as he fiddled with his fingers.

"Romeo dear. Are you okay?" She asked him as she moved to start clearing up.

His lips remained sealed. He turned his attention to the television to watch it. Maria shrugged and cleared up the dining table. Romeo would tell her when he was...