A few hours later
APARTMENT
9:47 p.m.
I slip on a pair of black boots with matching pants and a turtleneck.
I tie my hair into a ponytail.
I dab on some foundation to hide my black eye.
I grab the two guns resting on the dresser and tuck them into the back of my belt.
So this is what my life will be for the next few weeks?
By day, I serve the law.
By night, I break it.
I’m stuck with Alexander, who’s as closed off as an oyster.
I’ve figured out that unless he tells me himself why he’s in that prison, I’ll never know his true motives.
I double-check my guns to make sure they’re loaded, then leave my temporary apartment.
11:54 p.m.
My GPS says I’m five minutes from the meeting spot.
I park on the side of the road to avoid drawing attention and continue on foot.
I get out of t
