Mae stared at Vicker as he silently picked up their bags.
“Let’s go,” he said, walking to the door. She followed him out of the room. They walked down the hallway, making their way out of the house. Vicker dropped their bags in the back of the SUV. He opened the door for her and waited for her to climb inside.
Maximus appeared at the door. He stood there and stared at him. “Be careful,” he said. Vicker gave him a nod, and closed the door. He rounded the car and got in. Mae turned and stared at Maximus. He looked sad as he stared at the car. He clearly didn’t want them to leave. But why was he letting them go?
Did something happen? She asked herself as she turned to Vicker. He started the car and drove off. They drove for a few minutes in silence. Mae stared at the darkness surrounding
