Amber's POV:
As usual, I headed to the kitchen to grab breakfast. The moment I stepped in, I could feel the heavy, almost suffocating atmosphere.
Everyone seemed on edge, tense as if waiting for an inspection.
The only person unaffected was Sidney. He remained as calm and composed as always, greeting me with a casual, "Did you sleep well last night? I forgot to say goodnight."
"I'm fine, Mr. Rossi," I replied, deliberately reverting to a more formal tone.
Sidney hesitated slightly as he reached for his breakfast, clearly noticing my change in address. I knew it puzzled him, but I didn't intend to explain. Some things had their place, and it was time for everything to return to the way it should be.
Throughout breakfast, I could feel his eyes on me more than once, but I kept my gaze f
