Chapter 22
Chapter 22
Javier receives a threatening text from 'C' demanding he return to California or face consequences for his family. He and Nia decide to involve the sheriff and Marcus, deepening their trust and partnership. Isaiah witnesses Javier's restraint, strengthening their bond. The chapter ends with Javier standing firm despite the rising danger.
The bread was still warm in Javier's hand when his phone buzzed against the porch step. He ignored it at first, too focused on the sunrise bleeding pink and gold across the fields. The air smelled like dew and dirt and something green he still couldn't name.
Nia shifted beside him, her shoulder warm against his. "You gonna get that?"
"Probably not."
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