[Condo]
Ethan stared at Kathrine in utter disbelief as she began asking about his father's likes and dislikes.
Of all the things he had expected from her after what happened at the restaurant, this was not one of them. Not even close.
He studied her carefully, searching her face for any hint that she was joking. But her expression held a strange mix of exhaustion and forced calm, which only made his unease grow.
"You're sure you haven't been drinking or anything?" Ethan asked slowly. "Because your curiosity right now doesn't make any sense."
He meant it as a half joke, but there was real doubt beneath his words. Kathrine had never cared about his father before. In fact, she had avoided the topic whenever possible. Seeing her suddenly interested felt unnatural.
Kathrine let out a long breath and slumped back against the couch. Her body sank into the cushions like all the strength had left her at once. For a moment, she said nothing. Then she laughed.
