When they reached Georgia's house, Wendy was already waiting on the porch, wiping her hands on her apron. The savory scent of tomato sauce drifted into the air from the open main door.
Katie tumbled out of the car, clutching Ally's hand, both girls tired but still buzzing from the long day.
"I made Katie's favorite, sweet spaghetti with meatballs," Wendy said with a bright smile. She glanced at Colleen and her niece. "Don't worry, I'll take care of the girls. They'll eat, bathe, and be in bed before you even come home."
Colleen hesitated, but Georgia gave her a reassuring nod. "They'll be fine here. Wendy's family."
Reluctantly, Colleen kissed her niece's forehead and followed Georgia and Nick back to the car.
By the time they arrived at Oliver's office, he and hi team was waiting with his sleeves rolled up and his usual unshakable calm. "The safe house will be ready tomorrow," he said at once. "For tonight, you and your niece can stay at a hotel."
