The revelation hung in the air, heavy and unexpected. It was as if the world paused for a moment, waiting for the implications to settle in.
Landon’s mind raced, trying to reconcile the image of his father with the shadows of Duke’s world.
What stories had his father never told? What secrets had he carried with him?
Deputy Ellis glanced at Principal Lawson, a silent communication passing between them.
“We should talk,” Duke said, his gaze resting firmly on Landon. “There’s more you need to know.”
