CHAPTER 31: THE TRUTH MARCUS HID
The address on Lucas's phone remained on the screen.
A forgotten warehouse outside Blackwood City.
No name.
No explanation.
Only one message:
COME ALONE, DAMIEN.
Everyone knew it was a trap.
But for Damien, it was also his first real chance to find Marcus Hale.
The man who had been his best friend.
The man who might know what truly happened seven years ago.
Ariana stood beside him, watching his expression.
She already knew his decision.
"You're going."
Damien looked at her.
"I need answers."
"I know."
She stepped closer.
"But I need you alive more than I need answers."
Her words stopped him.
Seven years ago, promises had failed them.
This time, he couldn't afford to lose her again.
"I'll come back."
Ariana looked into his eyes.
"Then
