<p>The next morning, the group was gatherer around William saying their goodbyes. </p>
<p>“I promise that I’ll keep an eye on Turner,” William said to Malcolm, slapping his shoulder reassuringly. </p>
<p>William then turned to Adrian and shook his hand. “Take care, brother.” </p>
<p>“I will. You stay safe on the road,” Adrian said. William nodded and turned around his eyes landing on Ember who was a few feet away. </p>
<p>To her surprise, he walked over to her and held out his hand. She took it and looked up into his pale eyes. “Keep an eye on Adrian for me,” he said too quietly for others to hear. </p>
<p>“Of course,” Ember said genuinely. “Tell Turner… that I’m sorry.” </p>
<p>William gave her a curt nod.</p>
<p>A few minutes later they were watching him ride the opposite direction back to Bucharest. </p>