Chapter 47: Angel

We collected Eli and Dustin and headed into the city. When we arrived, Liam took Eli to a store to get some clothes and a backpack before buying him a bus ticket.

“Where do you want to go? The next bus is heading north to Asheville.”

“That works.” Eli responds.

Liam gives him an envelope with money in it. “This is enough to get you back on your feet and started in a new life. Good luck Eli.”

After he thanks Liam, Eli boards the bus, and we watch as the bus leaves the station, heading north.

I’ve never been in a human city. It is big and loud, lots of tall buildings and cars honking, moving in every direction. It’s very overwhelming for me and I am glad that Liam is holding my hand.

When we get to his building, he takes me up to his apartment first. We brought a change of clothes and some things to stay overnight. When I walk in, I’m amazed at how beautiful it is. Everything looks new and the floor to ceiling windows give an amazing view of the city.

“Wow.” I say.

He comes up be