When I woke up, Bram was already gone. I got my phone from the nightstand and checked the time. It was nine in the morning on a Sunday. There was a message from Aunt Calla so I tapped it open.

Aunt Calla: Darling, I know it's Sunday but I want to see you. I just need more time for us to get to know each other. Can you meet me at my home?

I planned to stay in bed all day but I needed to meet her. I agreed and told her that I would just get ready. I called Maria about my unscheduled activity today. She told me that...