Early the following morning found me sitting in Ben"s sleek black car and I waited impatiently while Lucas adjusted the seat for me and pointed out the radio controls, headlights, and various other items in the luxurious car. The weather was overcast and steady rain had been falling since I"d woken around six.
“Okay, I believe you are ready to leave,” Lucas finally announced, crouched beside the car in the garage. He looked up and I saw the concern in his eyes, along with the tiny frown creasing his forehead.
I brushed my hand against his cheek and Lucas captured my hand in his, closing his eyes. “I"ll be fine, Lucas, I promise.”
“You have your cell phone?”
I nodded with a patient smile. “And I"ve practiced my cover story. I fell over skiing in Aspen with you at Christmas.”
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