Chapter 31

Selah

I heard the knock on my door at exactly 7 AM. Taking a deep breath, I grabbed my packed overnight bag and opened the door to find Kaelen and Cleo waiting in the hallway. Gideon stood a few feet behind them, positioned near the elevator like a silent guardian.

"Sel! Ready for our little getaway?" Cleo beamed, bouncing on her toes with excitement. Her energy felt almost contagious, but my own