The second time passing through the gate was easier. I was prepared for that slimy feeling as Dastien drove his car over the cattle guard. “Did you feel it?” I asked. Dastien glanced at me briefly before turning back to the road. “Not like you did, but I could feel your disgust.” Right. “I’m not sure which house is Luciana’s. Just park wherever.” He found an empty spot between a beat-up looking truck and a Prius. I stepped out of the car, not sure what my plan was. Hell, who was I kidding? There was no real plan. Three people came out of a house down the road. Two guys and one girl. One of the guys was Daniel. I blocked the sun with my hand as they walked toward us. I wasn’t sure if I should walk up to him or what, but he took the choice away from me. He said something so softly to

