"Don't worry, husband," I said, gauging his reaction at my use of the word husband, but he didn't seem to flinch. "I'm just working on a hunch."
Axel's eyes narrowed slightly. "A hunch about what?"
"Nothing concrete yet. Just something I need to check out," I replied, standing up from the leather chair. "I'll tell you more when I have something solid."
"Layla…"
"Goodnight, Axel," I said, cutting him off before he could press further. "Thank you for dinner. And for everything else."
I left his study and headed to my room, feeling his questioning gaze following me down the hallway.
Once in my room, I pulled out my phone and texted Helena about our Sunday plans.
Hey Helena, remember that girl's outing I mentioned, let's make it this Sunday. Meet at my place 9 AM?
Her reply came quickly: Perfect ma! I can't wait. Thank you for including me.
Next, I checked the message from the guard that I talked to earlier: Here's all I need, ma…
