However, watching her parents enjoy Lance's company made her heart sink.

After lunch, Amirah suggested Bettie show Lance to a room upstairs for some rest, hinting they should have some time alone.

Leading Lance to the second floor, Bettie opened a guest room door and said, "This is your room for rest."

Lance took hold of Bettie's wrist. “Come with me. I've got something to tell you."

“What's going on?" Bettie walked with him into the guest room.