Severed Ties

Late that night, in the living room of Gideon's house at Azure Bay Residences, Dexter stood by the coffee table, updating Gideon on the latest from the police when the door opened, and Gavin walked in.

Gideon gave Dexter a subtle, silent nod. Dexter hesitated for a split second, then quickly excused himself, closing the door softly behind him.

As soon as they were alone, Gavin stepped forward, h