~Aaron~

I pressed hard on the brakes, bringing the car to a sudden stop. The  sound of a gunshot tore through the air, freezing my blood. I stepped out, shutting the door behind me with more force than necessary, my heart  hammering in my chest.

Louis had let me know the second Joan left the house. I'd promised her a bodyguard before everything spiraled out of control, and he’d been keeping tabs on her to make sure she stayed safe. 

Maybe I’d had him report a little more than necessary ...