At the same time, after Rowan turned off his phone, he immediately made a U-turn.
Barney opened his mouth in surprise. “Rowan, aren’t we leaving?”
“We’re not leaving. Miss Amelia is the safest place for us right now.” Rowan had made up his mind.
Barney blinked. “Then what about me?”
“You go home,” Rowan glanced at the darkening sky, “My brother will definitely come looking for me at your place. Just tell him you don’t know where I went.”
Barney hesitated. “But Uncle Cromwell saw you today.”
“He’s too busy with Abby to worry about contacting my brother.” Rowan was especially sharp this time. “Park the car at my apartment, then take a taxi home. Don’t waste time.”
Barney realized the urgency of the situation and nodded. “Got it. Leave it to me.”
Rowan certainly knew his older brother
