Chapter 211 Sitting Ducks

The car eventually pulled up to the hotel entrance. Elizabeth swiped the key card and led Lila into the suite she'd booked for the latter. "Get some rest and recover from the jet lag. I'll come to get you this evening, and we can experience the nightlife in Tarris City together." Lila nodded in agreement. Evening soon came, and Elizabeth showed up right on time. She took Lila to the city's most bustling commercial district. The streets were brightly lit with lights of all colors, and crowds of people filled the place. The energy was infectious, offering a stark contrast to the tension described in the news reports. Elizabeth took Lila to try some local street food and browsed several interesting boutiques. Lila's nerves, which had been wound tight for days, finally began to unwind amidst the lively atmosphere. At the same time, a flight from Evermere touched down slowly on a private runway at Tarris International Airport. Rhett stepped off the gangway, the night breeze carryin