Chapter 1827

Naomi did not look up as the two men left, she was focused on the phone, waiting patiently for the call to connect. Just as Quentin and Dylan stepped out, she heard the line pick up. "Scott," she began. "I'll be there in thirty minutes," came the immediate response, Scott's familiar voice cutting through before she could say more. Naomi stopped mid-thought and glanced out at the fading daylight. "You know what I'm about to ask, right?" "The clock struck twelve," came the reply. A playful smile danced in her eyes. "We've just wrapped up. We've set our departure for Southwood City—the day after tomorrow." She paused, letting the question hang in the air. "Are you free then?" She waited, not adding another word, for his answer. It was not long before he said, "I'm free." Naomi let out a silent sigh. He was determined to go, no matter what. "Okay then, let's all take it easy this afternoon and tomorrow. We'll head out bright and early the day after, from our county to Horizon Ci