Chapter 70

Elaine

Trevor and I arrived at the underground parking lot of the Marriott Building. The parking lot was dim and echoed with the low hum of engines and the occasional squeak of tires. When Trevor turned off the engine, the car became very quiet. He removed his seatbelt, the soft click echoing in the large space, and turned to face me. He heaved a soft sigh, the sound almost lost in the big parking lot.

“I hate to say this, but we don’t have a choice. I need to settle everything first upstairs. I think you already experienced their strict protocols, right?” His voice was steady, but I could sense a hint of frustration.

“Uh-huh,” I nodded, understanding the seriousness of the situation. The thought of entering the building without my name on the list of confirmed appointments was useless. The security here was tight, and I totally understood what Trevor was trying to say.

“It will take a little while, but I promise I will be back as soon as I’m done,” Trevor said, his voice tinged with