"Hey, cousin. Finally, I get to see you."

His words left me stunned. Cousin?

Seeing my expression freeze, he gently added, "Let's talk alone after dinner."

I quickly glanced at Ernest sitting opposite me and regained my composure.

His eager invitation left me feeling disoriented throughout the entire meal.

After finishing our meal, I pulled Atlas aside and told him about Atticus's situation, mentioning that Atticus was eager to see him while everyone was engrossed in conversation.

After po