“Have you seen Ice?” Jacob asked, noticing her absence that morning. He wondered if she had been offended by yesterday’s events and left without saying anything.
“No. Maybe she’s on guard outside,” Hayle shrugged while preparing food for her husband. The food had already been provided by Roberto, and Hayle just needed to reheat it.
“Roberto said she’s not around. And when I went outside earlier, I didn’t see her either,” Jacob said, feeling perplexed. He had wanted to discuss something with her, having experienced some discrimination the previous night.
“Hmm, I don’t know about that,” Hayle said, furrowing her brow as she finished spreading butter on the bread she intended to toast. She was in the mood for it today.
Jacob remained silent for a moment, his face showing frustration. Hayl
