Chapter 411

Jenny bent down again and gently patted Bethany's abdomen. "And you two. Be good and take care of your mom for me." "Okay, I promise on their behalf," Bethany replied, genuinely amused. Then, she turned to Frank. "Frank, I'm heading in now. Take care of yourself, and thank you so much for everything these past few days." "Go on. Stay safe, and make sure to call Mateo as soon as you land," Frank responded, his expression showing no hint of reluctance. He and Jenny watched as Bethany passed through airport security and disappeared from their sight. Jenny curiously studied Frank's expression. "Frank, are you really not coming?" "I've still got a mission," Frank replied, glancing at his watch. "Jenny, drive carefully on your way back. I need to return to the military camp." "Oh, okay." She couldn't shake the feeling that something was off, and as she watched him hurry away, she called out, "Be safe!" Even though Frank hadn't shared the details of his mission, both she and Bethany k