A couple hours later we're in a car - riding to their estate. Riley is pigging out on peanuts, and I'm sitting quietly here.
I can see the twins as we pull into the drive.
Mike embraces me and we're rushed inside.
Riley is given a room next to mine - and we're bathed and dressed in clean clothing. Then, we are escorted down to dinner.
I'm wearing a deep red dress - feeling like I'm about to cry. Riley holds tight to my arm. Mike smiles at me - and we sit across from them.
"The news says you ran away - as lovers."
"Lies." Riley says, trying to have etiquette while he eats.
"Is that so?" Adam smiles flirtatiously at me. Mike slaps him.
"I found out some things that would have gotten me killed - I went to the Queen. And then I had to run, because they found out."
"You can stay here as long as you like, Charlie. And Riley. They will not find you here."
"Thank you so much." I say. "I knew that I could count on you Mike - you've been so helpful." Tears are spiking my lashes, and I quickly brush them away. Mike looks bashful. So does Adam.
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Hiding In Plain Sight
FanfictionCharlotte "Charlie" Neal is a Five who, unlike the Prince, has worked every day of her life. At first she signs the paperwork to join his Selection to appease her mother, but her reasons change as she becomes one of the Selected. She'll navigate t...
