“Harper’s still sleeping pretty soundly, Melanie.

See?

I told you she just needed a good night’s rest.

You worry too much about that girl.”

His casual dismissal made my stomach turn because I now knew he’d discussed our daughter’s unconsciousness with Spencer as though it were an expected part of their plans.

Nevertheless, I kept my expression pleasant and nodded, pretending that his reassurance had finally put my concerns to rest.

“You’re right, sweetheart.