"You've just come from the funeral, Mr. Collins. Your son wouldn't be happy if he knew about this."
Andrew was acutely aware that his son was just outside, potentially waking at any moment. The risk of being discovered was too great, and he couldn't bear to disappoint his son. This was no time for games.
Slowly pulling away from Nina, Andrew made a decision. He opened the door without a word and left the room, leaving Nina behind. In the hallway, he encountered Kelly, who had been searching for him throughout the mansion.
"I won't be joining for dinner. Please, do your own thing and leave me be," Andrew informed Kelly, his tone firm and final. Sensing his mood, Kelly held back any protests, realizing that his grief was still raw and he needed space to process.
