Inside the van, Millie and Clara sat side by side in the back, their eyes wide with curiosity as they took in their surroundings. The van was luxurious and spacious, with plush seats and ample legroom. Millie felt the comfort could easily lull her to sleep on the way to Alfie’s house, if not for the presence of Evan and Carlton. It clicked for her that Carlton’s absence during their sneaky departure wasn’t a coincidence—he was in on the plan from the start.
Clara, scanning the interior, suddenly noticed a black SUV trailing them closely. She leaned forward and saw another black SUV leading their convoy. Millie noticed too, her brow furrowing in concern. “Isn’t this a bit much?” she asked.
Evan, sitting up front behind the driver and next to Carlton, turned his head. “What is?”
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