44 - Bait

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We are making our way back to Silver Shadow at record speed. I told Jackson and Jason to go ahead, but they refused to leave my side. Nobody is saying it out loud, but I know the reason why they are staying close. My name is on that list … for five million. I have no idea why I am worth so much more and believe me, this is not the type of list you want to be on top of. I do not know if Everett or one of the J’s mind-linked the ranks, but my family are all on the steps waiting for us. “What happened?” Mother rushes to me, worry written all over her face. “We need to talk,” I answer softly not to create panic. “Js,” I turn to my cousins. “Go start packing, I’ll get them up to speed.” They nod and dash off to their rooms. “Mason’s office,” I say and lead everyone there. Everett pours s

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