Gabriel’s POV

The sun was setting.

I was so close to town. Just a little further. No longer than a thirty minutes drive. Northpass had already slammed their doors, locking up for the night. I was absorbed by my thoughts.

By my plans.

Billy had answered most of my questions, and I wouldn’t have gotten very far without him. In fact, I’d probably be dead in the water. Billy was callous and resistant, but he was good for his word.

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