CHAPTER 14: THE DISTANCE BETWEEN
Damien didn’t head straight for the car. He stepped out of the building first, the night air hitting him cold and sharp, but he barely registered it.
His mind was already ten steps ahead, running through possibilities, outcomes, mistakes he couldn’t afford.
He pulled his phone out and dialed.
“Stay close,” he said the moment the line connected. “You’re driving separately.”
He listened briefly, eyes scanning the quiet street like he expected something to move.
“Two of you and no additional. Keep your distance. I don’t want attention.”
He ended the call and slid the phone back into his pocket.
Nathan watched him from beside the car, arms loosely folded.
“Trouble?” he asked.
“Precaution,” Damien replied.
Isla stepped out just behind them, her brows
