Chapter 71

Valerie Will POV

“Ma’am, can we speak to you for a minute?” One of the men spoke, his voice gentle.

“Is there any problem?” I tried to stay calm even though there was a storm brewing inside my heart.

“Just come with us.” Another one gestured for me to follow them somewhere. “We just want to verify something and you’ll be on your way if everything is okay.”

I swallowed hard. “Fine.” I gave a reluctant response.

I hoped I was just being paranoid and nobody had recognized me. I took Liam’s hand and trailed behind them as they led me through the terminals.

“Are you Valerie Will?” One of them asked as we came to a stop.

I nodded slowly. “Yes, is there any problem?”

“I’m sorry but we can’t let you get on the plane due to court orders. You can’t leave the country with your son.” He explained, his tone calm but firm. “We got a call from Mr. Patrick Banks and his lawyer.”

I felt Liam’s hand tightened around me.

“Wha…what?” I