The road stretched ahead as Ignis drove towards Seattle, fulfilling the agreement made with the boys. The gentle hum of the engine filled the car's interior, and occasional silence was interrupted only by Kane's soft snoring, deeply asleep in the back seat.

Dorian, resting on Cassian's shoulder, was on the verge of succumbing to sleep, while Cassian resisted, staying alert. Skepticism regarding Ignis' intentions still hung in the air, like a dark cloud on a starry night.

Ignis ...