Chapter 59

Mico drives us back to Alexi’s grand house, nestled on its little piece of land, standing back from other considerable houses in the street. It’s a poster child for suburban living and wealthy lifestyles and is picturesque in a glamorous way. It’s already lit up with the men who stayed behind and looks almost welcoming despite my sombre mood.

My future security hanging around inside, greet us with the once over, checking all who enter, and he dismisses them when we get inside. Nodding at Mico and sending silent messages with slight looks, he guides me upstairs without much conversation about it, and I do as I am told. Not bothered that I am being ushered right upstairs upon our return, I’m not a cosy lounge and watch Tv type.

The car ride had been in stony silence as the atmosphere thickened, and he stayed with eyes glued to his phone amid throes of gripping texts, it seems. He never looked my way once, and it heightened my anxiety for getting back here; I know that he’s