Silent Ascent

~VALERIE'S POV~

The elevator doors opened quietly, showing an interior that looked more like art than a place for transportation.

We stepped inside, and Donovan moved Leo a bit to reach the panel, confidently pressing the button for the thirteenth floor.

"I can carry him," I offered quietly, reaching toward my son.

Donovan's response was to turn slightly away from me, his body language making it c