The next day, Drew resolved to fetch some peaches for Felicity. However, with Holland keeping a close watch on him, he struggled to find a way to slip away unnoticed. After some contemplation, he decided to feign tiredness and claim he needed a nap as a cover for his escape.
Following a typical bout of playful training with Holland, Drew said, "Um, I'm feeling a bit tired; I think I'll take a nap." Holland raised an eyebrow, clearly skeptical of Drew's sudden desire for rest, as he was well aware that napping was not a usual habit for him. Having spent time caring for the boy, Holland could easily sense when Drew was up to something.
Drew recognized that his excuse was weak, but it was the best he could devise. He retreated to his room and shut the door, planning to sneak out through the
