Chapter 206: It's Pointless

Savannah Roman hasn’t said a word since we left Paula’s brother’s house, but the anger sits on him like a second skin. It's tight, sharp and suffocating. His jaw is locked so hard I’m convinced he’s a few seconds away from cracking a tooth, and his hand around mine… God. His grip is painful. It’s firm in a way that tells me he’s barely holding himself together. I slowly pull my hand away. And it's as if he doesn't notice because he doesn't turn, still deep in thought. And honestly? I’m suddenly afraid for Paula. And for whatever Roman plans to do to her next. Paula was a hardened criminal who wouldn't give up the real name of ‘The Medicine Man’ without intense pressure. The car hums quietly as Alonzo drives us through the streets, but the silence in the backseat feels explosive. I inch closer, my palm sliding onto Roman’s thigh, giving it the slightest squeeze. “Are you okay?” I ask softly. “You've been quiet ever since we left Zane’s shop.” It takes him a second to answer. “No,” he mu