The dining room was adorned with intricate chandeliers, casting a warm glow over the long, mahogany table. A sumptuous feast awaited them, the aroma of roasted chicken mingling with the delicate scent of herbs and spices.
Suzy and Ryan sat across from each other, the silence between them palpable. Suzy, uncomfortable with the awkward atmosphere, decided to break the ice. "Ryan, is everything alright?" she asked, her voice soft.
Ryan hesitated for a moment before responding. "It's nothing," he said, his tone evasive. "Just my cousin is coming to stay for a while."
Suzy's face lit up at the news. "That's great!" she exclaimed. "I've always wanted to meet your family other than Bryon."
Ryan's expression darkened. "No, it's not," he replied, his voice filled with a sense of foreboding. "His visit is suspicious. I want you to be careful and not get too close to him."
Suzy's smile faded. "Why?" she asked, her voice filled with concern.
