Chapter 43: Monica's Worries

Anya paused halfway down the staircase, stunned, as she watched Monica storm back to her room, frustration and fury across her face. With a sharp motion, Monica slammed the door behind her. Ethan stood in the living room with a faint, unreadable smile, his eyes briefly flicking toward the staircase. Anya felt awkward, caught between going up or down. After a full minute, she sighed in relief when Ethan entered the dining room. She slightly hesitated, then followed him to join breakfast. Inside...