Inside the elevator heading downstairs, Taylor and Samuel stood in silence. He turned to her and questioned, “He called?” She hummed, “Mhm.” “What did he want?”“He just said to come back home.” “If that was the only thing he said, why did you take so long?” The man frowned slightly. “My father called after he hung up. The Holts will be visiting the Fairchilds residence tomorrow. He called to remind me in advance not to be late.” “Are you sure you don’t need me to come?” “Who would I tell them you are? My family doesn’t like me very much and neither does my ex’s family. If I show up with a man who isn’t my husband in place of my husband, they’d say I’ve been cheating on him.” “You’re telling me you plan to face six people alone. At least tell your husband. He’s a proud man, I bet he wouldn’t want you to be in the same room with your ex.” “What difference will it make? He’s not going to come. He’s never attended any event with me. I’ve always gone alone. A family event is not