Erik I paced the space between the door, the kitchen, and the living room as I waited for Lousie to arrive with whoever would be helping me out. I was dressed and ready to go, which was frustrating since I wasn’t expected at dinner until eight and there was no way in hell I’d show up earlier than necessary. When I heard footsteps approaching, I froze. Was it them? I listened closely and when those footsteps stopped outside my door, I was tempted to rip the door off its hinges. I didn’t, as I heard them whispering. I waited and waited until finally a knock sounded. I took a deep breath and opened the door. Lousie didn’t smile as she looked me up and down. “Hello,” I greeted. She didn’t say a word as she stepped aside. I stared at the woman in surprise because she looked oddly similar to L