Seeing this, Nathan exchanged a quick look with Lonnie, who nodded and escorted Hilda away.


    The area around Hilldale was Likely crawling with Corys men.


    If they made any appearance, their cover would be blown.


    That was the reason Nathan had Lonnie go ahead with a group, while he kept an eye on things from a distance.


    Nathan had already gotten in touch with the local police in Hilldale, who were poised to act on his signal.


    As it started to pour, the journey back to the mountains turned treacherous as the roads were slick with mud.


    Driving a rarely used, nondescript vehicle, Nathan followed Lonnie and the team from afar, careful to blend in and not draw attention.