Laurent was having dinner with Dave at a quiet restaurant when Morrison's call came through. It was just the two of them, a rare moment of peace in a chaotic day.
Because of Lilian's sudden departure, Bert had taken her back to the United States. Dave had no choice but to stay behind to manage Washington Co., leaving Laurent alone in A.T. with her daughter.
Dave felt a deep pang of guilt. Originally, he had planned to be by Laurent's side throughout her year in A.T.—he had even bought a house and arranged for his daughter to be there, not to mention accepting Jacob's investment collaboration.
Before he left, he had specifically instructed Bert to hold down the fort at Washington Co. for the year, no matter what.
But plans rarely go as intended. No one had anticipated Lilian's sudden departure.
If Lilian had gone alone, no one would have been at ease. Only Bert could accompany her, leaving Dave behind in Burg Eltz.
