Chapter 68 – Watching From The Shadows
The drive back home felt calmer than before.
Shelly sat beside Spencer, looking out the window, but her mind was finally steady. For the first time since Veer came back into her life, she felt like she had something to hold onto.
Not fear.
Not confusion.
A plan.
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“You’re quiet again,” Spencer said, glancing at her.
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Shelly smiled a little.
“Good quiet this time.”
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Spencer nodded.
“I like that.”
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She turned to look at him.
“You really think we can handle this?”
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Spencer didn’t hesitate.
“Yes.”
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That simple answer made something inside her relax.
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When they reached the house, Shelly stepped out first. The familiar place felt safe again, but only because she knew she was not alone anymore.
Spencer came around
