Chapter 1689

His fingers released her, but Naomi remained seated in the car, lost in thought. What difference did it make whether she was dropped off here or at the door of her home? She exited the car and turned to the man waiting for her. "You don't need to walk me to the door. Here is fine—it's safe inside." The community was filled with familiar faces, people she had known for years. There was no danger. Scott did not respond. Instead, he reached for her hand and led her into the neighborhood. She looked at him, unwavering even in the wind and rain. Left with no choice, she followed him inside. Once they were within the neighborhood, Naomi glanced up at the furthest building—the fifth floor. Light spilled through a window, cutting through the dim evening outside. Her parents were still awake. Naomi thought about pulling out her phone to check the time, but Scott held her other hand, leaving her no way to do so. Forget it. They would be home soon anyway, and she would know the time then