The next morning, Joana rang Sonia as soon as she woke up.
"Sonia, it's Joana," she greeted over the phone. "Do you have a moment to chat?"
There was a brief pause from Sonia. Joana sensed her hesitation; having recently revealed her association with the man who upset the orphans, Sonia likely suspected Joana was about to make a request.
"Yes," Sonia finally replied. "It's nice to hear from you."
Relieved that Sonia was open to conversing, Joana expressed, "Likewise. I understand this may seem orchestrated, but I was wondering if Mr. Wyatt and I could visit the orphanage today. He wishes to have a discussion with you and the children following yesterday's events."
"Really?" Sonia sounded surprised. "He doesn't strike me as someone who is forthcoming with conversation."
"Indeed. He se
