Chapter 172

WES' POV

Cole collapsed on the floor, exhausted.

“You're just a lazy ass," I managed a smile as I lowered myself onto the floor and leaned against the wall.

Actually, Cole wasn't a lazy ass. That felt like the hardest work I had ever done. Cole glanced at me, gaping. “Are you kidding me right now?"

I chuckled, wiping the sweat from my forehead. “Who knew these walls were this strong."

“I definitely did not know," he breathed.

“Well, that aside." I lowered my voice, “The main resources are available now. What we need to do now is act.”

He turned in my direction and nodded. “Yes."

I held his gaze. "And you have to keep the promise."

He sat up and nodded. "I've given you my word, Cole. And you also have to remain alive, I'd be back.”

I nodded and looked away. I wasn't about to give a promise I couldn't keep. I think he suspected it too but he said nothing.

The plan was simple. First, we agree to find a way to get Cole out of here then I made him promise to ensure that my family does not