Risky Plan

The next morning, both Mason and Ellen were seated in the living room, having already finished their breakfast. Ellen glanced at Mason, who was checking his phone, his suitcase by his side. She cleared her throat softly, breaking the silence.

"Is Philip coming with you to Paris?" Ellen asked, trying to keep her tone casual.

Mason looked up from his phone and nodded. "Of course, he's my assistant."

Ellen nodded in return, her gaze drifting to Mason's suitcase. Her mind was not at ease, not because of Mason's trip, but because of Aubrey. In the novel, Mason had taken Aubrey with him to Paris, using the trip as an opportunity to enjoy time together.