After leaving the clubhouse, Adrian received a call from Liam in the car. Liam had helped him arrange a dinner with Robert two days ago, but Grace had called and pestered him for most of the night. He fell ill the next day with a persistent high fever. As soon as the call connected, Liam spoke before Adrian could say a word, "Dude, are you filming a TV show? What a coincidence, huh?" Liam's words were confusing, and Adrian ignored him. He picked up his phone from the center console and sent Vivian a message: Are you asleep? As expected, there was no response from Vivian's end. Adrian rested his chin on his fingertips, Liam's voice echoing through the car speakers. "Adrian, did you hear me?" Adrian tapped on the screen and casually lit a cigarette. "What?" he asked. Liam was silent

