Chapter 72: Where's Jack

Adeline

Adeline's heart thumped in her throat. Jack hadn't returned any of Damon's calls or texts. Even without confirmation, she knew he was with Marie. So, what would she do against a voodoo queen? The situation sucked. The roar of a plane taking off rattled the small airport security room.

Across from her, Frank frowned and tossed his empty Styrofoam cup into the trash, and the officers left the room, waiting outside to give her privacy.

"Who's Jack?" Samara's voice drifted over the line. "A new boyfriend? Tell me everything."

"Where are you?" Let it be somewhere close.

"Australia, and you should come down. I can't get enough of the accents…and the men."

Weeks ago, Adeline would've jumped on a plane. Now, her cousin's suggestion had no appeal. Especially not with Jack on her mind and at risk. Would it matter if he wasn't? She shook her head internally. If Jack died because of her…