Alex“Well, look who’s come to join us,” said Luca. “And just in the nick of time, too.” He whirled, taking Macy with him, and now the gun was trained on Alex. “Have you brought me my money, ‘Lex?”“You know how this thing goes,” I replied. I held up the dark satchel on my arm. “I’ve got it right here. But you don’t get to look at a cent until that little girl’s standing here next to me.”“Take me instead,” said Lola. My eyes flashed towards her, and they met. And for a sudden moment, I realized that I’d come back because it was the right thing to do, but also because I loved her. I loved Lola Ryder, whatever that meant, and I’d do anything to keep her and the tiny, dark-haired girl in Luca’s grasp safe.“I don’t think you’re in any position to keep me waiting, ‘Lex,” said Luca. “After all, I’m the one who’s holding the gun.”“You might be holding the gun,” I said, playing for time. “But I’ll wager you’re not the best shot with it.”“I don’t need it foryou,” said Luca, and held the gu
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