Chapter 47 |

Quirina

Bryce refused for any of us to talk about anything until he got me settled. He helped me back into bed, called for refreshments for everyone, and sat beside me. I could see Nick and Raven smiling at one another as they watched Bryce fawn over me. I’m sure that’s exactly what every parent wants to see for their kids.

Once we’re settled Bryce nods for us to speak, but his dad is the first one to talk as he asks, “Why am I then only one concerned about Eliza missing?”

I look at him and say, “I guarantee you that she is safe and unharmed. You’re the only one worried because you and your mate don’t have that kind of relationship with your kids for them to want to worry.”

He scowls at me in response and Bryce says, “I think it’s best for you to leave the room, dad. I’ll bring mom to you whenever she comes back.”

Timothy stares at Bryce as he tries to decide whether or not to defy him. But Peyton says, “I think you were given an order. If you don’t listen then you might have to be esc