CHAPTER 85

Candice POV

Fiona's parents were out of the room, the police were also gone and I was sure that bitch had taken Aiden somewhere else all because of my presence.

Staring at unconscious Houston, I strained my jaw, rubbing my face with my hands in frustration.

After our meeting at the cafe that day, Houston had texted me that he was going to see Aiden and that we should meet again at a club.

I reluctantly agreed to meet with him.

FLASHBACK

My heart thudded loudly in my chest, constricting and expanding at a painful pace. Wringing my clammy fingers, I dare a glance at my wristwatch.

This was half past twelve. He was supposed to be here by twelve

He's probably not going to come...a tiny voice whispered inside my head. I shook my head, as if wanting the voice to go away.

But of course, it doesn't always listen to my command. It is always there....

Planting the seed of doubt inside my head, questioning my decision and laughing mockingly at me.

My eyes strayed around the bar, taking in the sc