It was his mistake, no doubt about it.
Initially, Simon just wanted to take Amelia away from Velmira—out of sight, out of mind for Lucas Rogers. But what he hadn't realized was, even without Lucas, there was Ryan.
His face darkened, the frustration visible across his strained features.
Pulling over to the side of the road, Simon stepped out of the car and headed toward them. He didn't even have to get close before the sound of their laughter reached him. That unmistakable ease between the two. Just hearing it made his expression harden even more.
Simon stopped right beside them, his gaze heavy with scrutiny.
The moment Amelia caught sight of him, the smile faded right off her face, replaced by stiff discomfort.
"Ryan, let's go."
Ryan, noticing Simon's presence, simpl
