Morgan's expression softened as he let out a sigh. "I'm sorry for leaving you and Dashiell without any explanation. I had some urgent matters that needed my attention."
He had a certain look that made Melody wonder if there was more to the situation than what she could see.
"That's odd. It seems like too much of a coincidence, don't you think?"
He raised an eyebrow and had a look of skepticism on his face. "Why the sudden doubt? What's crossing your mind?"
"It's not that I don't trust you, but you leave me feeling unsure. I need to know everything if we're going to work together on this. Secrets have a way of coming out at the worst times, and I can't afford any surprises."
"I understand, Mel. Transparency is crucial, especially when dealing with such tangled situations. I promise to tell you everything, starting from the beginning."
