C18 What Lies Between Them

Liora’s POV

The car sped through the streets before finally pulling into the Empire’s compound.

I didn’t wait for a second.

The moment it stopped, I pushed the door open and stepped out quickly, ignoring Derek completely.

“Liora! Wait!” Derek called after me, already rushing to keep up, but I broke into a run.

The elevator doors were just closing when I slipped inside, leaving him behind