Chapter 23: Damon Hayes' POV

“That's why we decided to come to you first. We should have a clear way tonight.” Nikolas added. It didn't take me long to answer. “Let's go. We need to get ready.” I said to the guys. I looked forward again, eager to get out of here. All of a sudden I saw a car almost driving into our car. I saw Tris in the car, next to her boss who had a panicked look on his face.

Keddrick honked and the car started up again and with squeaking tires drove around us. I tried not to have any reaction to it but inside I was wondering where Tris was going with her boss.

After a quick detour by the houses of Kylee and Hailee, Keddrick drove to the edge of the forest where the safe house was. We built it here in case of emergencies and it was the place where we stored all of our equipment and weaponry. It was hidden from prying eyes and only the most trusted in the circle knew about it. We got out of the car and ran the rest of the way. It felt good using my speed again.

Keddrick ran beside me, complet