Chapter 193

Caleb's POV 

I was sitting at the kitchen table, staring blankly at the half-empty cup of coffee in front of me, when my phone buzzed. The message was from Camilla, and it was short, and to the point.

"Meet me at the spot. No calls. It’s not safe anymore."

I read the text twice, feeling the weight of each word settle over me. Something had changed. Camilla was always careful, but this message was different, urgent. 

Phone calls had always been risky, but we’d managed to keep communication open. Now, it seemed like that option was gone too.

I stood up, pulling my jacket over my shoulders as I made my way to Ashley. She was reading in the living room, her legs curled up under her like a cat, completely unaware of the brewing storm around us. 

“I’m stepping out for a bit,” I said, keeping my voice casual. “Work-related. I won’t be long.”

She glanced up from her book, giving me a quick nod before returning to her