Aria's POV
“Where do I need to stop?” I said through the phone as soon as he picked up.
“Just come towards the building, don't make it look like you're a stranger to me. Trust me and keep driving down that lane,” he replied. “When you get there, come out of your car and wait.”
I realized that I shouldn't have come here without informing Xavier or anyone else. It was a risky decision, and I didn't feel safe because I was going to meet Derek. Yes, I've known him before, and I know he won't hurt me, but that doesn't mean he can't be rough with me.
I arrived at the junction he mentioned earlier and parked my car near a small building. I got out and looked around. The environment was tidy, with big houses. The street was empty, which surprised me. I've always loved quiet places, and this wa
