Chapter 59

ALEXANDER

From the moment Dominic told me to take the kids away, I knew one thing for certain—Raina was going to need me. Whether she realized it or not, whether she liked it or not, I would be there for her.

As I packed a small bag for Ava and grabbed Liam’s essentials, a wave of doubt hit me. Part of me wanted to keep them close, maybe take Ava to where Liam was already staying. But Nathan was unpredictable and dangerous. Keeping them in the city, even temporarily, was too great a risk.

I grabbed my phone and called one of my most trusted contacts, someone who specialized in discreet transportation and keeping things under wraps.

“I need a plane,” I said, pacing the living room as Ava watched me with wide, questioning eyes.

“Destination?” my contact asked.

“Somewhere off the grid. I’ll send you the details in an encrypted message.”

It took less than an hour to finalize the arrangements. As I buckled the kids into the backseat of my car, Av