In the dining room, Roland leaned back on his chair, staring at the plates of food on the table. It had begun raining heavily outside and they were all gathered around on the dining chairs.
Jason sat on the chair beside Roland. Lauren was opposite Roland, and they were waiting for Russell who had left earlier to turn on the heater.
No one said a word. They all sat still, staring, as if the atmosphere forbade them from speaking.
But Roland didn't bother asking. Lauren’s fingers twitching on the table and the tension buried in her eyes said more than any word she could utter.
And as for Jason. He sat poised, bold as he's always been. He was never the type to be intimidated, thanks to his prestigious background.
Roland drew a heavy breath, now staring at Lauren. She had so many questions
