Chapter 422

Amidst the mix of scents, there was a faint, bitter trace of herbs. It was so subtle it was nearly buried by everything else. Felicia's eyes snapped open. She climbed back into the back seat and pointed ahead. "Turn left, then make a right—" Before she could finish, the car door on the other side suddenly opened. A cool night breeze swept in as someone slipped into the passenger seat. Felicia instinctively glanced up and saw a sharp, chiseled profile. His complexion was pale and cold, his features strikingly defined. She could even see his Adam's apple shift when he spoke. "Drive. I'm coming with you," came the deep, resonant voice. It was Stephan. Felicia hadn't expected him to show up. But considering the unusual bond between him and Mike, it wasn't exactly shocking. Stephan, now in the passenger seat, directed his words at Mike. He didn't even seem to notice Felicia in the back. It wasn't until Mike, who kept one hand on the wheel, glanced back and asked, "What's