(Cassian)
I told Lysander what the checkpoint supervisor had discovered. He immediately took out his phone and opened the map. The private crossing connected to an old road that passed through Blackridge's northern territory. Darius could reach several smaller settlements without using the main entrance.
"Father sent someone after him," Lysander said. "That means he either wants those documents or wants to stop Darius from talking. We need to know which vehicle belongs to his security office. I'll ask the supervisor for its registration."
I nodded and looked toward Kiara. She was still holding my hand, although her attention had returned to the investigation. I didn't want to take her into another dangerous situation. But I knew she wouldn't appreciate being told to stay behind.
"Taren
