As Lily and Ethan left James behind and left the hotel, the tension in the night air was palpable. Although the encounter had been fulfilling, it was insufficient.
Carlisle remained outside.
Alejandro was a few steps behind Lily as they crossed the parking lot, Lily clenching her fists.
Alejandro checked his phone and stated, "We have a location." "private airport." We must act quickly.
With a nod, Ethan unlocked the vehicle. "All right, let's go."
With a racing heart, Lily climbed into the passenger seat. This was the end of the web Carlisle had weaved. All of the manipulations and betrayals were culminating.
And it was over tonight.
The drive was quiet and stressful.
Ethan's knuckles were white against the leather as he held the wheel with an iron grip. Alejandro continued to monitor activity at the airstrip with his phone. Lily sat still, her thoughts whirling.
