Ryan's expression flickered with surprise—he clearly hadn't expected my sudden request.

He studied me in silence, his deep eyes searching as if trying to read through my thoughts.

I pressed my lips together slightly, keeping my voice steady, "I know we're in Bellton right now, but I really want to go back to Harborbrook."

I paused, my chest tightening with emotions, "I want to visit my family's graves."

Ryan's brows drew together ...