Rayne's POV The room fell silent after I asked for another favor. I knew it was a bit of a stretch but I hoped that it worked because my plan depended on it.The words were heavy in the air as his smug expression disappeared and was replaced by suspicion. "What is it?" he snapped at me, his hand instinctively going towards the bulge in his pocket where I presumed he kept his weapon."The pancakes," I said, feigning ignorance. "They were delicious, but they gave me a terrible stomachache. I think I might need to use the restroom before we go."It was a very flimsy excuse, I knew, but it was all I could think of at the moment. His eyes narrowed, his gaze looking between me and Mary as if he knew that we had a plan. "This better not be some kind of trick," he threatened, his voice very low and menacing.I sighed very loudly and dramatically, "Honestly, Elliot? Do you think I'd risk my children's safety over a bathroom break?" I countered in mock shock. "Look, I won't be long okay?" My v
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