Chapter 367 The Standoff

I met Liam’s gaze and explained, "Something's gone down at the tourist spot. Idris called me a bit ago, told me to grab you and book it out of here. Grandma and Emily are waiting at the performance area. We need to get moving and meet up with them, ASAP." Liam gave a quick nod. His business savvy gave him an edge, and he could tell today's trouble was no small deal. After giving Ash a reassuring squeeze, he set him down and turned to me. "You head out with Ash first. I'll stick around and scope out the situation. It'll be quicker to pinpoint the problem than waiting for Iddy to send backup." I understood he had his own way of handling things. "Just be safe, big bro," I told him. He hummed a yes and reminded Ash to stick with me. I took Ash's hand, and we left the cable car station. I meant to head straight out, but then it hit me like a delayed lightning strike that Charlie and Inch were nowhere to be seen. My mind had been all over the place, worried sick about Liam and Ash, and