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Chapter 28. Hug You

Marvin entered his house after coming back from the office, heading towards the stairs to go upstairs.

"Sir? You're home?" greeted Miss Bertha.

"Obviously, or else I wouldn't be here," Marvin replied. "Has Stella eaten?" he said again.

Miss Bertha frowned. "I thought she went with you to the office. I haven't seen her since this morning, sir."

"You haven't seen Stella? Did she not leave her room?"

Miss Bertha shook her head. "I haven't seen her since this morning. After preparing breakfast, I helped Mr. Halbert tidy up the backyard. I thought she went with you."

Marvin didn't respond to Miss Bertha's words, instead quickly ascending the stairs and knocking on Stella's door.

"Stella? Are you in there?" Marvin asked while knocking on the door. There was no response from inside. "Stella? Are you in there? Can I come in?"

Normally, Stella would respond immediately if she was inside, even if she was sleeping, because she was a light sleeper and easily awakened by disturbances.

"Is she out?
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