Chapter 10

KATE

The next day, Julie called me to arrange a lunch meeting. It took me almost an hour to find a presentable outfit for my lunch with Miss Swan; she seemed very elegant. I settled on a black dress. What a surprise.

When I left the room, Lisa was in the living room, sitting on the couch with a guy. I had no idea who he was. He was blond, wore a black leather jacket, and seemed to be in his twenties. They turned their attention to me when they noticed my presence. I cleared my throat and approached.

"Hello!"

"Kate, this is Trevor, a friend from New Jersey. Trevor, this is Kate."

"Hello, Kate!" He stood up with a smile, not realizing I was scrutinizing him.

"It's a pleasure, Trevor." I extended my hand, which he shook.

"The pleasure is all mine." He emphasized the word 'pleasure.' Lisa stared at him, narrowing her eyes, while I greeted him.

"I'm heading out. I'm just waiting for Miss Swan." I informed.

Someone knocked on the door at that moment. "That must be her. Have fun, but not to