Tension was in the air in the little dwelling. It took Xander three days to figure out what had happened, so he was walking back and forth in the living room. Close by, Liam was sleeping in his playpen, and Isabella was sitting on the couch with Elena in her arms. For the sake of the twins, her face was composed, but her heart pounded with constant worry.Isabella murmured softly, "Xander, we can't stay here anymore," breaking the thick silence. "If Blackwood knows where we are, it's only a matter of time before he comes for us."Xander stopped in the middle of his stride, clutching his hips while he let out a long breath. "You're right," he acknowledged. However, leaving is no longer sufficient. Running won't keep us safe. We must permanently put an end to him.He took Isabella's free hand in his and knelt down in front of her. "This is it, Isabella. I'll see to that. But you must have faith in me and keep yourself secure.Isabella's eyes, glimmering with unshed tears, met his. She
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