Chapter 62

• The door swung open, and Adam walked in, unaware of the storm brewing inside. Sebastian, who had been waiting anxiously, stood up from the couch, his eyes narrowing into a mixture of concern and frustration.
• "Where have you been?" Sebastian asked, his voice firm but controlled. "You've been missing for hours without a word. I was worried sick."
• Adam looked up, a hint of surprise on his face, before a sheepish grin spread across his features. "Sorry, Dad. I lost track of time."