Andrew was in his car when he dialed Tiana's number.

"Mrs. Rhodes, heads up! Quinton is snooping around your family's business!"

"What do you mean, snooping around?" Tiana asked, puzzled.

"Does your family have a piece of that legendary treasure map?" Andrew inquired.

Tiana responded calmly, "Treasure map? I have no idea what you're talking about."

Andrew chuckled. "Whether you're playing coy or you're genuinely in the dark, Mrs. Rhodes. Just know that I've given you the heads-up!

"You and Mr. Rhodes should watch your backs and keep that map piece safe. Quinton's got some tricks up his sleeve!"

With that, Andrew ended the call.

Tiana was always careful, and feigning ignorance was her way of playing it safe.

Andrew's goal, however, was to alert the Rhodes family to be cautious, not to express interest in their map fragment.

With the message delivered, he did not waste more words.

Night had fallen, and the Oak Apothecary was closed for the day.

As Andrew parked, a small side