He finished his call and told Lila, "I need to go to the jail.

You should head home and wait to hear about your dad. You might get to see him today."

Lila gave him a thankful smile.

She stood by him while he put on his coat, then walked with him outside.

A fancy black car was waiting.

Jazlyn was standing by the car and politely said, "Miss Carter," when she saw Lila.

Lila nodded back.

Waylen got in the car smoothly, looking every bit like the ...