Chapter 71 The Cost Of Secrets

• “You really don’t have to be here,” Calista mumbled to Ranya, who sat across from her in the suite. Despite her distress, she felt a comforting warmth from his protective presence.
• “And yet, here I am,” Ranya replied calmly. “We can’t exactly turn around and fly back just to drop me off.”
• Calista averted her gaze, trying to piece together who could be behind the current situation. “You can fly back once I get to California. I’m sure the jet can make another trip.”