Busy Working

Chase POV

I wanted us to run through the plan for the hunting game before it happens, but my mind keeps drifting. I can’t shake the uneasy feeling that Dhalia might panic and freak out when the time comes. But it’s too late to backtrack now. The week has flown by, and she’s settled into a routine, spending her days working and her nights with us. She’s become a part of our family, and the bond between all of us has only grown stronger. Still, there’s this lingering uncertainty—she hasn’t told us if she plans to stay or leave. Her decision remains a mystery, and I can’t help but wonder if she already knows but isn’t telling us.

“Chase!” Blake’s voice snaps me out of my thoughts, louder than usual, and I realise I’ve been zoning out, lost in my worries. I wasn’t paying attention to whatever conversation was happening, but right now, all I care about is finding out whether Dhalia is staying or going. We only have a couple of days left until we deal with Carl, and the uncertainty is eatin