Chapter 139

NADINE.

After waking up early today, Arlo drove me to the Council Territory so I could visit Xander. It had been five days since the last time I was here. We talked twice on the phone, and although he sounded cold, I knew he cared. He always made sure to ask about me and if I was resting.

I knew despite the indifference he was showing me, deep down, he cared. And that made me so excited today.

I woke up early and made food for him as I was able to secure an hour and a half of visiting time.

Maybe being excited was an understatement. I was beyond ecstatic.

Jake told me they were able to contact Maddox’s accountant, and, from the looks of it, the Council was able to invite him for questioning.

Jake had no idea what the current status was, but the proceeding that was scheduled in two days had already been canceled. It was still to be determined if they would announce a new date or if the case against him would be closed. I was hoping it was the latter.

I also had a closed-door meetin