#Chapter 32: Under Arrest

Iris It seems I have no choice but to follow Arthur and his Beta out of the airport. They lead me out a side door, avoiding being recognized by anyone, where a sleek black car is waiting for us. The whole way, Miles clings to Arthur like his life depends on it. Once we’re inside the car, I turn in my seat to face Arthur, my eyes wide. “I’m under arrest?” I blurt out, my voice rising. “Why? I didn’t do anything wrong!” Arthur looks at me with the utmost calm and says, “We’ll discuss this in my office.” Before I can answer, the driver pulls out of the parking lot, leaving behind the airport and everything that it symbolizes. I grit my teeth, remaining silent. Miles continues to cling to Arthur, his small arms wrapped around Arthur’s neck like he never plans on letting go. Arthur is all smiles, rubbing slow circles on Miles’ back to soothe him. As I quickly type out an explanation to Brian and Liam, who are texting me frantically by now, I suppress the