I shake my head and step back. “Please. Just let me come with you.”
He tips his head back, sighing before looking at me again. Resolve is strong in his gaze. “You do exactly as I tell you. No hesitation, no argument.”
“Deal.”
“This is serious, Nova. I need you to be safe. That means listening to me even if it seems ridiculous.”
“I promise I will not be my stubborn, independent self and will follow your directions.”
“And yet you’re still being a smartass.” His head tilts.
“I’m not sure I know how to be any other way.” I smile, although it’s subdued.
His hands grip my cheeks, bringing me closer to him, and he kisses the life out of me. “Let’s go.”
Chapter 17
Adam
Bringing Nova is a bad idea. I know this. My entire team is going to rip me a new one. But … I know it’s the only thing that will ensure she stays safe.
My current problem is that I need to call Juliette to fill her and the team in, but I’m not sure how to do that with Nova in the car.
Pulling out my burner phone, I dial the number.
“How’s the weather where you are?” Juliette answers after the first ring.
For the first time ever, I don’t hate it because it allows me to tell her I’m not alone.
“A little rainy. Might have some snow coming any time now.” I respond.
Nova’s stare is like a magnifying glass.
“Oh, shit. Okay. You aren’t alone. So that means you are calling because shit is going down.”
“Yes.”
“Okay. Right this moment?”
“Twenty minutes.” I don’t risk a glance at Nova. I’ll spill my entire mission if I do.
“Okay. And delivering straight to O?”
“Meeting there.”
“Where?”
I try to think of a way to let Juliette know without tipping anything off to Nova.
“The river’s been high recently. More rain means levels will rise some more. That marsh on the east side is going to be flooded.” The warehouse is on the edge of the marsh. There’s only one area that fits, so I hope to God she understands.
“Got it. We’ll get the team geared up and heading your way. A?”
“Yeah?”
“Don’t get hurt. Keep your eyes open and get back safely.”
“That’s the plan.” I hang up and continue to keep my eyes forward.
