But Simon was clearly in no mood to talk. He said nothing in reply to her question, waving his hand at her dismissively before heading to his study.
However, Mrs. Garcia didn't give up. She waited a few minutes, then went to the study to eavesdrop through the door.
Simon was on the phone with Ken.
"Ken, you go to the company tomorrow and deal with everything first. Remember, keep Brian's memory loss a secret, no one can know."
Mrs. Garcia heard everything. Unfortunately, as she tried to sneak away, she stepped on a creaky floorboard, which alerted Simon to her presence outside. He moved swiftly, and she was still close to the door when he flung it open.
"What are you doing here?" Simon asked in an accusatory manner.
Mrs. Garcia gave him an embarrassed smile.
"I just wanted to ask if you would like to go for dinner?"
"Okay, sure. Let's go."
However, Mrs. Garcia looked uncertain, thinking about what Simon told Ken just before.
