Chapter 197

*Callahan’s Inn - Billings, MT.*

Leo pulled into the motel lot and parked outside their room. He shut off the headlights, leaving the porch light as the only glow.

Evie got out, balancing two plastic bags—takeout in one, clean clothes in the other. Just enough for the night.

Leo followed with a black duffel over his shoulder and his worn leather satchel in hand.

Inside, the room smelled of fresh s