Sylvester glanced at Seraphine but said nothing.

Seraphine spoke up on her own. "I'm heading out for drinks with some friends tonight, so please don't follow me."

"Really?" Sylvester was taken aback. He added, "You're the one who's been shadowing me all the time, like gum stuck to my shoe. If it weren't for your scheme, I'd be in Salt City by now."

Sylvia wondered if Sylvester had any interest in Seraphine.

When they returned to the Montgomery estate, Seraphine left without Sylvester followi