Chapter 90

Selah

My heart pounded against my ribs as Kaelen's sleek car pulled up to the imposing gates of the Cross mansion. I'd faced down hackers, criminals, and even Victor Blackwood, but something about meeting Kaelen's family—officially—made my palms sweat.

"You look like you're walking to your execution," Kaelen said, his voice gentle as he cut the engine.

"Is it that obvious?" I wiped my damp hands o