Louis Is missing

Chapter 82

The next morning, James woke up very early. His head thudded with the sleepless night he had spent, constantly thinking of Chloe on the run.

He did not stir Lily to life and got out of bed very quietly. He went into the kitchen to make some coffee, after which he checked his phone. No word from Louis yet. Sighing, James rubbed his tired eyes. He was expecting some good news.

He heard little feet dropping down the stairs as he sipped his coffee. Ava came to where he was, rubbing her eyes.

"Daddy? Why are you up so early?" she asked as she yawned.

James smiled. "Just couldn't sleep, princess. Want some breakfast?"

Ava nodded and took the stool at the kitchen counter. James poured her some cereal with milk.

"Daddy," Ava said between bites, "are you still catching bad guys?"

James hesitated, he didn't want to say anything to scare her.

"Yes, baby. Daddy's still working on it," he finally said.

Ava nodded gravely. "Don't worry, Daddy. You'll catch them. You're the best!"

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