Total pages in book: 66
Estimated words: 61190 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 306(@200wpm)___ 245(@250wpm)___ 204(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 61190 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 306(@200wpm)___ 245(@250wpm)___ 204(@300wpm)
David stepped up next to me and nodded to the guy with unruly hair, who looked to be closer in age to David than anyone else.
“That’s Bowen,” he said before motioning to another guy with friendly features, light brown skin, and dark hair. “And that’s Mo. I think that’s everyone. Sheesh, we’re a circus, right, boys?”
The other men grinned or chuckled in agreement. However, Emmett turned to David with a raised eyebrow.
“Is this her first time in the field? Have you warned her about what might be out there? Because it isn’t going to be pretty,” Emmett said, his eyes finding mine.
My heart raced as I tore my eyes away to look at my husband, gravitating closer to him.
“It’s her first time, but she can handle herself. She’ll stick close, and we’ll look out for her like we look out for each other. Understand?” David replied with a firm voice.
They all nodded, any other questions or concerns being withheld. The thought of how much control he had made a warm feeling stir low in my stomach, clashing with the cold nervousness that I felt about trying to keep up with all of them without embarrassing myself or David. He vouched for me, so I couldn’t let him down.
“Gate B40 is now boarding.”
“That’s us,” Mo said as he clasped his hands together. “Let’s get this show on the road.”
My eyes then widened. With all of the craziness, I forgot to tell Ryder and Delilah that I was going off for who knew how long. I took out my phone and quickly typed out a message to send before I boarded.
I know this is short notice but I’m going with David on one of his missions. I don’t know exactly when I’ll be back, but I might not make it to the baby shower. I’m so sorry but I promise to make it up to you guys!
By the time I got on the plane and took a seat between David and Bowen, Ryder had texted me back.
You’re going on a mission? Like a military mission? Isn’t that dangerous? Please tell me that you won’t be in the middle of battle or something…
I smiled a little, not wanting to worry him. I would probably be close to battle, but I didn’t see myself wielding a weapon or running into gunfire.
Don’t worry. I’m just translating!
Ryder texted back a minute later while everyone else boarded and got situated in their seats.
Delilah told me to stop worrying and that you can take care of yourself. Can’t blame your brother for worrying!
If he was in my position, I would’ve worried too.
Thank her for the vote of confidence. I’ll be fine! Love you!
After sending my last message, I put my phone on airplane mode and settled back in my seat, sharing a small smile with David and immediately feeling warmth wash over me. Even if it was unexpected and unconventional, it was nice to be spending time with him again.
Who knew what this adventure had in store for us?
Chapter 4
Brianna
Asigh of relief broke from me the moment I stepped out of the vehicle that transported us from the airport to our safe house on the edge of Moranta, the capital city of Vlasica.
Like in many of the other surrounding countries in the Eastern Europe area, brutalist architecture took hold of Moranta with its predominantly concrete, geometrically shaped structures and monochromatic color scheme. It was a mixture of daunting and beautiful.
Our safe house was a two-story cottage tucked in a small, wooded area. As we approached the front porch with our bags, it actually looked fairly cozy and quaint, but I could see smoke in the distance beyond the trees. I could only imagine what chaos was raging on in the busier parts of the capital and beyond.
“I’ll get that for you.”
I almost jumped out of my skin when Amir took my bag from me with a bold grin on his face.
“Oh, thank you,” I said as I followed him inside.
The furniture and decor looked to be decades old, but the place was still clean and tidy. I didn’t need modern appliances to be happy, and I was already enjoying the change in scenery.
“Pick any of the bedrooms on the top floor,” David told me as he lingered a few people behind me.
I nodded and followed Amir up the wooden staircase to the top floor. We squeezed down the small hallway before Amir suddenly stopped in the middle, making me bump against his well-built body. My face immediately flushed from embarrassment as I looked up into his brown eyes.
“Which bedroom?” Amir asked as he gestured to the three bedroom doors around us.
“That one,” I said, pointing to the one at the end of the hallway. It would give me and David a little more privacy.
Amir nodded and opened the bedroom door before striding inside and placing my bag at the end of the queen-sized bed. He glanced around with a small chuckle.