Striking Resemblance

Valerie lifted her eyes and met Declan's gaze, a hint of defiance in her widened eyes as she said, "Well, if you're up for it and don't mind the trouble, then go ahead."

Declan replied, "No trouble at all."

He took the lead and walked ahead.

Valerie followed and got into the car.

"Where to?" Declan asked as he buckled his seatbelt, his voice calm.

Valerie provided an address, not the one officiall