Chapter 51: Unexpected Visitors
(Elara's POV)
My phone rang just moments after Finn had finished his call with Willow. The number displayed on my screen made me pause—it was him again.
"Hello?" I answered, exchanging a confused glance with Willow.
"Dr. Elara," Finn's smooth voice came through, sounding remarkably different from the playful tone he'd used with Willow moments ago. "I was thinking about your barbecue this evening. I'd like to join you and Willow, if that's acceptable."
Willow's eyes widened, likely remembering her earlier conversation with him where he'd heard about our dinner plans.
"I'll provide all the necessary ingredients," Finn continued. "Consider it a small gesture of goodwill after today's... unpleasantness."
I hesitated. The offer was tempting after lo
