Larissa Judson and Haskell Palmer novel Chapter 799

Larissa took Tawny to a safe house, where Plum, one of her organization's members helping out at Starlight Media, was staying.

"Plum, protect her," Larissa instructed.

Plum snapped a salute. "You can count on me, Chief!"

Turning to Tawny, Larissa said, "The place is a bit simple, but it's safe. We can have someone retrieve your things tomorrow."

Tawny looked around the cozy little apartment. It was nothing like the luxurious villa Jedidiah had provided, but it was warm and welcoming.

"It's fine. I grew up in far worse conditions. As for my old things… just throw them all out. I have some money saved. I'll buy new things tomorrow."

"Alright."

After Larissa left, Plum turned to Tawny. "This apartment has two small bedrooms. Do you want your own room, or do you want to sleep with me?"

Before Tawny could answer, she added, "You should stay with me. My bed is huge. It's more than big enough for both of us."

Tawny felt a bit dazed. "Either is fine."

Her agent had been calling her non-stop. After settling in, Tawny finally answered.

"Tawny, where have you been?!" her agent yelled. "Do you have any idea who you are? Get back here right now! Where are you? I'll come pick you up…"

Before Tawny could reply, Plum snatched the phone. "She's in hell with the devil. Come on down!"

"Who… who is this?"

"I'm the Grim Reaper, and I'm waiting for you!" Plum chirped before hanging up.

"Open the door," she called out, her voice quiet but firm.

There was no response.

"You have ten seconds," she said, her tone hardening. "If this door isn't open by then, you'll face the consequences." She began to count slowly. "One… two…"

At the count of nine, the door creaked open.

Fergus stood there, rubbing his eyes and yawning as if he had just been woken up.

"Larissa, you're back."

His voice was groggy, his hair was a mess, and he was wearing nothing but a pair of loose pajama pants. The warm air from the room wafted out. Though his skin was bruised, his well-defined physique was still visible under the soft light.