Chapter 214

Lauren's POV

“Alright then, if this lady is who she claims to be and wants me to meet up with her, then I guess I don’t mind. I might have some questions that I’d like to ask her too,” I said, even though my stomach tightened slightly at the thought.

“Good, but I’ll be coming with you,” Roman said immediately, like he had already made up his mind before I even opened my mouth.

“Is there any reason?” I asked, even though I already had an idea of what he was about to say.

“No matter who this person says she is, she’s still a stranger that we don’t know yet. So until we confirm it with our own eyes, I can’t just let you go and see someone alone.” Roman’s voice held that protective firmness he always used whenever he thought I might be walking straight into danger.

“Ok,” I agreed, “but n