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Chapter 22 Fugitive

Author: Candy Cola
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-11 23:32:56
When Storm and others arrived at Los Angeles International Airport, Owen and his bodyguards were waiting for them. Owen was carrying a placard with Storm’s name beaming with joy.

Owen smiled broadly when he saw Grandpa Saxon. He hugged him tightly, grinning from ear to ear, and said, “Grandpa, welcome back to the USA. How are you doing?”

Grandpa Saxon smiled brightly and replied, “Hello, my grandson. All is well with me. How are you doing?”

Owen smiled and replied, “All is well with us too, Grandpa. My dad will be happy to see you.”

Storm chuckled, and then he hugged his best friend tightly. He introduced Michaela's parents to him. Owen greeted them with respect.

The bodyguards took their luggage and led them to the parking lot. Standing quietly in the parking lot was the Mercedes-Maybach GLS600 SUV. The bodyguards opened the doors, and then Storm and others got in the car.

Owen sat in the driver’s seat and drove to the Saxon estate. The bodyguards followed behind them. Owen parked th
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