Chapter 28

Talia left her mother’s room with a knot in her stomach that wouldn’t go away.

“I have to go, Mama. I’ll be back soon.”

Her mother waved from the bed. Still smiling.

The driver was waiting outside exactly where she’d left him. Professional. Silent. Always there when she needed him.

“Can you take me to the clinic on Fifth Avenue?” she asked, climbing into the back seat.

“Of course, Miss Barrett.”