Ciara's POV

Wade had called Ashton to inform him that Vera had escaped from the cells and might be somewhere in Blackwood. I needed to gather enough strength to reach my daughter, I just needed a moment to collect myself. I didn’t know what Vera was planning, but whatever it was, I had to stop her.

Wade must be more shaken than he let on. I know he realizes now what he’s done. That’s something, at least. But I don’t want him with me because of guilt. Not because he feels sorry. I want ...