Sutton
I stay in Ani’s room the rest of the night. Olivia doesn’t mind, and I keep the room locked. Basil is staying in the guest room across the hall, and only he, Lauren, and Olivia know I am here. Horacio may be out of the territory, I do not want to risk Horacio showing up in the middle of the night without backup.
His scent surrounds me as I lay in his bed. When the morning rolls around, I know three things.
I know he is alive. I know he is living in pure hate and fear. And knowing that he is breathing is my secret.
He faked his death for a reason. I’m going to find him and find out why.
A knock at the door distracts my thoughts. Olivia is on the other side with a smile on her face. She walks into the room, and I close the door behind her. She gives the room a swift look around.
