The place they chose was small and bright set back from busy roads and long lines of traffic. It had large windows that let sunlight stream through most of the day and enough space outside to sit or walk without always being seen or hurried. Elias and Gideon and Lucas stayed through the first days helping move things over and make sure locks and doors and every access point were solid and sound. Once they were satisfied everything was secure they began their own plans to leave nearby but not too far away. They would be close enough to reach quickly if needed but far enough to let Cole and Elara have the space they had earned.
On the morning they were ready to part ways Elias stood on the front step and looked between them with a steady warm look. “You have done the hard work already. You
