CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-ONE: THE RETURN HOME

The morning sun peeked through the curtains of Claire's apartment as Mason burst through the door, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Claire! Pack your bags. We're going on an adventure!" Mason exclaimed, his voice filled with childlike enthusiasm. Claire, still in her pajamas, looked up from her laptop with a mix of confusion and amusement. "What? Mason, what are you talking about?" Mason strode over to her, gently closing her laptop. "A road trip! To Nevada. I've got it all planned out. Well, sort of. It's more of a spontaneous thing, really." Claire couldn't help but laugh at his infectious energy. "A road trip? Just like that?" "Just like that," Mason nodded, his grin widening. "Oh, and I've invited Robert along too." "Your cousin? The private investigator?" Claire raised an eyebrow. Mason shrugged. "Yeah, I figured he could use a break from all the detective work. Plus, he's great company. Come on, what do you say?" Claire hesitated for a moment, then smiled. "You know w