Chapter 11

Elias’s POV

“You know why I can’t stop yet? It’s not enough. I need to take them down.”

Tommy gave me a long, steady look and then sighed. “Well, if you’re going to do that, you need your coffee first. Make it quick—I’m on hazard.”

“Thanks, Tommy.” I grinned, closed the door behind me, and headed for the café.

Halfway across the street, I threw my coat onto my shoulders in one fluid motion. A few pedestrians glanced my way, as if watching some action-star stunt. I couldn’t blame them—that’s just how I roll.

When I finally reached the café’s entrance, I barely touched the handle before the door swung open for me. Taylor—the newest and youngest barista—stood there, flashing a bright smile. I’d seen him join the team just last month. He looked like a guy who hit puberty yesterday, yet s