Chapter sixty one

Everette didn’t let go of him, even as Kayden left the back room, walking past other auctioneers who were being questioned. He could see Bryson waiting for him outside, standing by the car with a calm demeanor that belied the chaos they had just escaped.

“And Levi?” Kayden asked as Bryson opened the door to the back seat, his voice steady despite the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside him.

“He needs to get some things settled. He says he’ll meet us back home,” Bryson replied, his tone reassuring.

“Back home?” Kayden echoed, a mix of relief and apprehension washing over him.

Bryson nodded firmly. “The driver will take you directly to the airport where a private jet is waiting. If we fly through the night, by late tomorrow morning you’ll reach home.”

Kayden sighed in relief, his heart lightening at the thought of finally being back in a place where he could breathe freely. He opened his mouth to say something—“Bryce—”