He didn’t say much about it—just that it would be nice to have a break from everything. “A chance to catch up,” he said. “Talk properly. You’ve both been handling a lot. And I know Sibyll’s been looking forward to seeing you.”
That part made Ainsley’s stomach twist. Sibyll would also be there…?
She told herself not to jump to conclusions. Instead of asking questions, she simply smiled and said it sounded lovely.
She rode with her dad and Seb to the restaurant. It was one of those quiet, homey places with wood-paneled walls, dim golden lighting, and servers who didn’t rush. A little too fancy to be called casual, but just plain enough to feel like no one had to wear a suit.
Sibyll was already there when they arrived, seated at a corner table near the window. She stood up the moment she
