It was Thursday afternoon. Faye and Philip had been invited home for a meet and greet. The message came from Mrs. Doris herself, saying the family wanted to see them. Neither of them thought much of it. They dressed neatly and drove to the Becker mansion together.

When they arrived, they were surprised to see almost everyone already seated in the living room. Madam Monika sat on the biggest chair, looking calm but tired. Beside her were Mr. and Mrs. Becker. On another sofa sat Tila and Hunter, side by side.

Philip stopped at the door, confused. “Oh,” he said, his tone sharp with surprise. “I thought the meeting was...