I hung up and quickly got ready before heading downstairs. Ava had already left.

Just as I was about to have lunch, I got a call from Carol informing me that Eleanor was waiting for me in the office. I promptly let her know that I would be on my way.

Grabbing my bag, I hurried towards the door. My mom had just returned from the grocery store after seeing Ava off.

Seeing me heading out, she asked, "Have you had lunch?"

"Not yet. I'll grab something at the office. A client is coming, and we'll