Matthew went straight to the dining hall and sighed when he did not find Allison.
“Scott! Scott!”
The butler appeared from behind Matthew and greeted him. “Good evening, Mr. Laxamana.”
Matthew turned around and put his hands on his waist. “Where is Allison?”
“Mrs. Laxamana is having dinner in her room,” Scott politely answered.
Matthew raised an eyebrow. Then he instructed Scott to prepare him dinner. Matthew skipped some steps up the stairs and walked as fast as he could until he reached the door to Allison’s room. He knocked three times and was still catching his breath when the door opened.
“M-Matthew?” Allison’s eyes widened and worry registered across her face when she saw him panting. “Did something happen?”
Matthew raised his hand as he caught his breath. “No, no. Noth
