Clara's voice echoed in a gentle tone when she opened the car door. "This is where we're staying… for now."
Kai blinked twice at the brightness, then stepped out of the BMW. The wind flew across his face in a warm but wet taste, sliding through the strands of his hair with a soft push.
Kai whirled around, scanned the surroundings and then followed Clara. When they stopped at where the three bald men stood, Clara bowed and thanked them.
Kai didn't. He slowed his steps and looked at their egg-like faces.
The shaved heads of the men shone under the rising sun, and the reflection of the bamboo trees in a perfect mirror-like view that reflected the sun's light like a polished stone.
Kai stared at them, his brows tightening as if the sight of their bare scalps stirred something in him.
Kai didn't bow or say anything. He stood there and walked past them when Clara began to move.
