Rey sat on the edge of the mattress, his large hand gently stroking Amelia’s hair as she slept. He stared off into the empty room, his mind racing through every angle, every piece on the board. The silence was broken by the sharp vibration of his phone.

He blinked, pulling back from his thoughts, and looked at the screen. The caller ID made his grip tighten.

Julian.

He let out a quiet breath and stood up, stepping out into the hallway and pulling the door almost shut behind him. He stayed close, his eyes constantly darting back to the crack in the door to make sure she didn't wake up....