Chapter 18

In New Maros, Amara had already heard the news that Gus was spreading word everywhere, searching for her. She'd also learned about the plane crash that had claimed the flight Gus had booked for her. She couldn't bear to think what would have happened if she'd actually listened to him and boarded that plane. How devastated would her parents have been? She stirred her coffee absently, lost in thought. That was when her mother, Nora Pierce, approached with a worried expression. "Mara, Gus is looking for you everywhere. The news has even spread internationally, and he might discover where you're staying very soon." Seeing Nora's concerned face, Amara offered a reassuring smile. "It's okay. I'm surprised we managed to keep it hidden this long anyway. "Even if he does find out I'm here, Gus and I need to settle things properly sooner or later. Don't worry about me, Mom." "How can I not worry? You're my daughter." Nora sat down beside her. "When you came home and told us what Gus had d