He answered the phone with a simple hum and hung up after I finished speaking without asking much. I figured he might be in a meeting and didn't pay much attention.

Glancing at the time, it was almost noon. I grabbed my bag and told Carol, "I'm going out for a bit. I'm going to visit Anson."

After all, it had been many days since the incident with Trinity, and I hadn't been to the Huffman residence in the last couple of days. Going to the capital tomorrow meant I wouldn't be back for at least two days. Being absent for so long seemed a bit out of character.

Carol quickly closed the large screen, nodding. "Sure. Are you having lunch there?"

"Yeah, I just want to share a meal with Anson," I said casually. However, I wondered if Anson had been enjoying his meals lately.

I could only do so much. I couldn't delve too deeply into his feelings. I also had no idea if Trinity was currently safe or where she was.

With a heavy heart, I took the elevator to the ground floor.

Exiting the el