9- pregame

after a great breakfast and plenty of laughs, it was time to get down to business. we needed to get everyone on the same page and get this plan into action. I was tired of sitting around and waiting to be attacked. Jane and I were ducks in an open field, and anyone outside could be the hunters waiting to get us.

Alexander's family was more than helpful. they had ties to the Costa family, business partners, you could say. they even knew where Dylan was and how to get to him.

"Well, since we know where he is, what's stopping us from getting him?" I asked a little irritated.

"we had no idea Dylan was causing trouble like this until you called us," Mrs. Branson explained calmly

"Then we need to get the ball rolling," kev said, ready to take charge. "Let's make a plan."

"As soon as possible would be lovely," Alexander said, seeming annoyed

I placed my hand on his thigh, trying to calm him, but something was off. he didn't acknowledge my gesture and just stared down his brothers