ELLA
“So he just up and left like that?”
Liam nodded, eyes focused on a ball he’d been tossing up and down. “Something about his father calling him.”
“And he never came back?” I pressed.
“Yes,” Liam sent me a blank look. “I think we’ve pretty much ordained on that fact, no?”
“I just don’t get it.” I sighed, leaning back into my pillow. He still hadn’t replied the text I sent him the moment I got home.
Maybe he was busy? That had to be the case. Subconsciously, my fingers found their way to the necklace around my neck. The cold comfort that came with the jewel was something I was grateful for.
“In any case,” Liam sighed. “Any news on those guys?”
I shook my head. “Not yet. But in any case, Caden already said he’s going to help us in it. His pack has lots of resources. If anything, h
