#Chapter 123 Promises and Progress

Mira The gravel road crunched under the tires as I pulled up to the Brooks compound. I wanted to stop and see Rae before I went, the guilt of using her as an excuse before I had won over. She also deserved to know the truth about my mission, and in all truth I could use her help. The guard at the gate recognized me, which was helpful to keep a lower profile than having to wait and seek approval for entry. I had calculated this into the plan, knowing I could be on camera here, but I was willing to take the risk. It wasn’t strange to be here, regardless of what my next steps might be. Lucian stayed with the car, opting to stretch his legs outside rather than intrude on Rae’s family. Her parents were surprised but delighted to see me, and it wasn’t long before I heard the teenager’s footsteps racing down the stairs. “Mira!” Rae threw her arms around me and I caught her into mine. Her body felt like it was vibrating, but we hugged. I felt her relax and her heartbeat slowed