Chapter 241

Elodie’s POV

The fallout from the "field trip" was almost instant.

By the time we reached the gates of the Vance manor, the black sedan belonging to Marius Valandis was already parked in the circular drive. The engine was still ticking as it cooled.

"He beat us home," I whispered, my eyes on the dark tint of the car windows.

"He didn't beat us," Kiernan said, his hands tight on the steering wheel