Chapter 64

Upon hearing Natalie's name and knowing that James was with her, a slight frown appeared on Jasper's face. He instantly recalled those conversations he overheard back in Willowridge village. His expression hardened, and his jaw set tightly in disapproval. Just as he was pondering, a few voices came from outside the lounge. "Captain Locke, we're back." It was Bennett and the others who had spoken with Natalie at the gate earlier. They had returned from a meeting at the city's air force headquarter and were coming to discuss related matters from the meeting with Jasper. As they peered into the lounge and noticed others already inside, they held off on the meeting details. Instead, they said, "Captain Locke, we ran into your brother and sister at the gate." When he mentioned his sister, they couldn't hide their blush rising to their cheeks, and their eyes bright with interest. Bennett mustered the courage to ask, "Captain Locke, does your sister Natalie have a boyfriend?" All three