It was a few minutes after noon, and Mark was again checking his phone. Callie had not missed the many texts and messages he had been sending and receiving, but had written it off due to the weather and the party later that day. This time, she couldn’t dismiss it. When Mark received the text, he grinned and gave a low laugh.
Callie gave him an inquisitive smile and asked, “What are you up to?”
“Me? Nothing. Why would you think I was up to something?” Marked innocently asked.
“Because I know you and you love surprises, especially when you’re surprising someone. I think you’re up to something. Spill it so I can help,” Callie laughed.
“Nope. I already have all the helpers I need,” Mark grinned.
“That means you are conspiring against either me or Maya,” Callie smiled as she slowly shook
