Chapter Forty-Seven.

At the Ashers' residence, Two men sat at the living room bearing gifts. They were dressed in a neat blue suits with their shades on.

Mandy constantly glanced at the entrance, looking out for Declan. She had called him as soon as the men showed up. She didn't want to let them in at first, but they mentioned they were sent by Jordan Smith. Out of courtesy, Mandy had let them in but she was not letting them go anywhere close to her grandpa. Once bitten, twice shy.

"Our boss would come himself, but he had an emergency."

"Tell him I received his call in with thanks." Mandy gave a tight smile

"Can we go in now? We have gifts for The Director."

"Oh no—my grandfather does not receive visitors. Everyone see me instead."

"We insist ma'am. Our boss wants us to present these gifts to the Director himself. He also wants to know how his very good friend is doing... Through our eyes, of course."

"Tell your boss his friend is recovering and his granddaughter appreciates his kindness." May's tone