Chapter 242

• Lisa navigated the busy streets, the hum of the city outside contrasting sharply with the turmoil inside the car. Avalynn sat in the passenger seat, her mind a storm of conflicting emotions.
• The world outside blurred as she tried to focus on the purpose of this trip, but her thoughts kept drifting back to Jace.
• It felt surreal, driving to meet his grandfather, the man who had been a silent but steady presence in their lives.