The Highest Bidder

Sylvie POV

"Vance," I breathe. The name scrapes past my dry lips.

My heart hammers a frantic, bruising rhythm against my ribs as I stare in pure disbelief at the person holding the weapon. I pray this is a nightmare. I pray this is some twisted, elaborate prank conjured up by an arrogant teenage boy. I know this guy. I have met him on countless occasions. He is my brother's best friend. He is th