Chapter 44

“I thought we were supposed to meet him at his office?” I asked in the mind-link as Jet walked towards the front door.

“We were…” I followed a distance behind, unsure if I wanted or if I was even ready to be seen in this dress. I heard the front door open.

“Good evening, sir. I am Pedro and I’ll be your driver tonight.”

“A driver? We were going to meet at Mr. McClear’s office?” Jet asked, a little more sternly than I expected.

“Change of plans. I must insist we get going.” We were stuck. It wasn’t like we knew the location to begin with.

Taking a deep breath, I walked out from behind the wall. “It’s a good thing we are ready, then.” Taking Jet’s arm, I allowed him to lead me to the car. Pedro opened our door for us. He was wearing a traditional driver’s suit, but it was in blue. That struck me as odd, but I didn’t question it.

As soon as the door opened to the car, I knew instantly that Mr. Clear was inside. The overwhelming smell of sweetness hit me full in the face. “Good ev