In the packhouse…
Damon went to the study to deal with his matters, and Talia took on herself to deliver news about Dawn's absence. She wanted to do it in person, and Damon was glad that Talia took that task because he didn't want to tell Stephanie that one of her best helpers won't be around for a while.
Damon mind-linked Stephanie and confirmed that she was in the kitchen, so Talia knew where to go.
To Talia's surprise, it was not only Stephanie, but Zina, Ivy, and Lily were also there.
"What do you mean, we should proceed without Dawn?", Zina asked.
Zina, Ivy, Lily, and Dawn had plans to go to Darkbourne and enjoy sweets, and Dawn told them to go without her and she will catch up. However, when they finished work and saw how late it was, they decided to wait for Dawn so they can go together.
But Talia came without Dawn and said that Dawn won't come. How can Zina not be curious?