Chapter 33

After taking a deep breath, Dave stood up to talk to Josephine.

"Could you please call me or have one of my helpers assist you before entering the house next time?" Dave requested, trying to remain calm.

"Why are you looking at me like I'm a thief now?" Josephine reacted defensively.

"It's not like that, Josephine, but you're already in my room, and this is my privacy. I'm just letting you know so that you won't do it again next time," Dave explained.

"Okay, I'm really sorry if you were upset. I won't do it again, so you don't have to worry," Josephine apologized.

"That's good to hear," Dave replied.

Josephine went downstairs feeling a bit embarrassed by Dave's reaction.

Dave followed suit, joining her at the dining table.

"Have you had breakfast?" Dave inquired.

"Yes..."

"Are you mad?"

"No."

"You don't seem mad, but I hope you understand why I corrected you. I hope you understand that," Dave said.

"I've always understood you since Ellaine's passing, so you d