Carmen left first. Humming something cheerful. Some pop song Sienna didn't recognize. She grabbed her purse and keys, kissed Landon's cheek like everything was normal. "I'll be back in a few hours. Need to grab some things in town." She smiled at Sienna. "Want anything?" "No. I'm good." "Okay. See you guys later." The door closed. Her car started. The sound of tires on gravel fading away. Sienna stood in the kitchen. Coffee cup in her hands. Trying to look casual. Normal. Like her heart wasn't hammering. "I have a meeting in town," Noah said, coming down the stairs. He was already dressed. Button down shirt. Pressed pants. Work mode. "Should be back around three." "Okay." He came over. Squeezed her hand. The gesture was simple. Sweet. The kind of thing he did with

