Either way? He’s on my list of my wife’s enemies. And I’ll destroy everyone.
“Then I’m going with you. Not letting you out of my sight.” I nod toward my gun laying on the counter. “Not without that.”
She squeezes me tighter. “Deal.”
After breakfast, I walk her to her class. Her fist held in mine. Drop her off right at the door and make sure Ayan fucking Dutta isn’t anywhere nearby.
But as soon as I make it to the parking lot, I jump on my bike and motor to my next destination in a hurry.
My wife needs to be protected. And someone’s targeting her. I need backup. And to think about the things that I’ve been shoving to the back of my brain. Too confused to know which direction to head.
It’s only fifteen minutes until I arrive, nervous and sweating. My hand shakes as I tap a knuckle on the door.
The big man answers with a concerned expression. I get it. It’s odd that I’m here.
“Apollo? Come in.” He stands back and waves me inside. I’m relieved to see that he isn’t annoyed by me showing up unannounced.
“Thanks, Mr. Turner.”
He leads me into the kitchen and tosses over his shoulder, “You can call me G. Most people do.”
“Okay, G. I’m sorry to disturb you. I understand you work from home most days.” That’s what Valen told me anyway…
“Yeah. But I’m considering a change in employment.” He nods toward the stove. “Tea or something else to drink?”
“I’ll have some water, if that’s okay.” Mainly because I’m so fucking nervous to talk to my father-in-law.
He pours us both a glass while I settle at the bar area.
After a big gulp, I clear my throat and ask my question. “I came here because I wanted to ask you something important. Something I think could help. Not just for your daughter…but for Northview University as well.”
“That sounds like a big favor.” He leans his broad body against the counter. “You’re the president of your fraternity, correct? My best friend’s son tells me that you have exceptional grades. A stellar reputation on campus, as well. Are known for being a leader on campus.”
“Best friend’s?—”
“Aiden Cardell.”
It almost shocks me to hear that the president ofThetahas been saying nice things about me. But I’ll take them. “I suppose he’s right.” Though I have Valen to thank for most of that.
“What were you going to ask me, Apollo?”
“My parents aren’t involved at school at all. I know Dr. Turner-Whittemore is at the medical school, but you? Not so much. I would ask someone else I know, but...” I grimace,bracing for embarrassment. “I’m not exactlywellconnected. So I came to you. As my…new father?”
Instead of balking at the word, he only nods. He didn’t laugh. That’s something.
“Hmm. I see. Yeah, Kins is involved in the university. Wants me to be more so, too. Why are you herenowwith this?”
My heart beats harder as I try to formulate a theory. After what happened last night. After the meeting with the president… “I’m starting to think that maybe the new president doesn’t have our best interests in mind.”
G’s stoic face relaxes. “You’re clever. Why do you say that?”
“The president called me to her office. She was worried that your daughter is paranoid. And really wants her to take some vitamins they gave her.”
G bristles. “Do you have those on you?”
“No. But I can bring the bottle over sometime.”
He nods, as if he’s seeing me in a new light. One that makes me straighten up with pride. Maybe he’ll learn to trust me.
