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“One hour at the offices, 626 will get you into the underground garage. We’ll get you outfitted then.”
We all crack a grin at his last statement. It’s been a while since we’ve needed anything besides our service guns.
The familiar adrenaline winds its way up my spine and my mindset clicks into place.
“Let’s take these fuckers out.”
15
ROWAN
All the words on the paperwork are a jumbled mess of letters. I’ve been trying to read through the specifics for the last thirty minutes with no luck. The folder is pried out of my hands, and I peer into my dad’s concerned eyes.
“Ro, he’s trained in this.”
“It’s been twelve hours with no word.”
I stare absently at the television, which has been on the local news channel all day.
Nothing.
It’s been hours since our last group text.
Finn’s wife, Presley, and Ember reached out this morning, checking in. Jewls and Harley were next. All of them have experience in this area. This is my first time being completely in the dark about where and what Ford is doing.
It didn’t occur to me that Ford would be with all the guys.
“Max lives in North Carolina.” I speak into the room.
“We know.”
“Why would he be here unless something is really wrong?”
Dad glances over my shoulder and, in less than a second, Mom is scooting next to me on the sofa.
“Sweetie, maybe you should try to rest.”
My head snaps to her like she’s lost her mind. “Rest?”
She studies me and grins sadly. “Bad suggestion. How about you call the girls and invite them over? I’ve made enough food for everyone.”
My gaze goes to the kitchen counter, which is covered in dishes.
Guilt slithers through me. “I’m sorry, Mama. I should have been helping.”
“Nonsense. You’ve been working with your dad.”
More guilt sets in. Dad has done most of the work while I fretted. The only time he had my full attention was when we stopped by the salon. I gave him the samples, and we went over some new formulas. “Dad, I’ve wasted almost our entire day.”
“Actually, you haven’t. I think it’s time you moved this forward.”
“We’re ready for that?”
“The products and formulas are solid. The question is—are you ready?”
It sinks in and my mood shifts slightly. I nod, giving them both a small smile. “I am ready.”
“I’ll make some calls next week and get information on testing and production.”
