Chapter: 1647

Laney smiled. “Thanks, Madison. You two should go back inside. It's freezing out here.”

Meanwhile, Cliff was loading Laney's luggage into the car. He shut the trunk with a decisive thud and walked over to her. “Everything's ready,” he said, grabbing her bag. “Get in. Let's go.”

“Leaving already? Isn't it a bit early?" Madison asked, her concern evident.

Cliff answered with his usual calm tone, "There's a lot to prepare. Better to get there early so she can settle in and rest.”

“Alright then, drive safe," Madison said, giving Laney a quick hug.