“We protect our families, and we keep living.” Paige said as I nodded.
“We're going to stay careful, but we're not going to let Victor decide what our lives look like.” I said as Mason lifted his coffee cup.
“That sounds good to me.” Mason said.
A few quiet laughs followed, and the tension eased slightly.
Nobody expected the fear to disappear, but sometimes a little laughter was enough to keep it from taking over.
The night passed slowly.
Every few hours, members changed positions around the property, and every vehicle approaching the clubhouse was checked before anyone was allowed inside.
I slept for perhaps two hours before waking just before sunrise.
The first thing I noticed was Paige beside me. She was already awake.
“You sleep at all?” She asked.
“Not much.” I said and she
