Chapter 177

Evelyn's POV I wrapped my robe tighter around me, ignoring the soft knocking at my door. After that confrontation with Calvin, I had no energy left to deal with Logan. "Eve? Are you there?" Logan's voice came through the door again, softer this time. I remained silent, sitting on the edge of my bed. After a few moments, I heard his footsteps retreating down the hallway. A different knock came minutes later—three sharp raps I recognized immediately. Eryx. I opened the door to find him standing there with a covered plate. "You didn't have dinner," he said simply. "I brought you something." I stepped aside to let him in. "You didn't have to do that." "I promised Alexis I'd make sure you ate properly." Eryx set the plate down and removed the cover, revealing grilled steak with vegetables. He pulled out his phone and snapped a photo of me sitting down. "Proof for the little boss." I picked up the fork. "How is she?" "Good. She and Gary have been video chatting. She's asking when you're comi