Ian opened the cargo hold of his SUV and helped me load my bags. I took the roll of money out and slipped it into my pocket but left everything else. After storing it safely in the back, he opened the passenger door and helped me inside. It was a tall vehicle, so it was a little high for me.
"And here you go." He said as he handed me his wallet. Apparently, he'd been serious about that.
"I don't need-." I started to object, but he shut the door in my face and hurried around the car.
"Buckle up." He said when he slid into the driver's seat next to me. I did as he asked, still confused about the wallet in my hands.
I stared down uneasily while Ian backed out of the spot and headed toward the road. He turned left, heading west, and pulled smoothly onto the street.
"Go on, loo
