Several heads immediately turned toward me. They must have thought Grey Pack was trying to win The Healer's favor, trying to pull me to their side.
Some of them probably expected Richard to show displeasure. Why was only The Healer receiving special treatment?
But Richard said nothing beyond his initial surprise.
I opened my car door myself and sat in the driver's seat.
Richard stepped closer. "You're driving yourself?"
I glanced at him. "Is that a problem?"
He seemed unsure what to do. I closed the door and started the engine. The ae-device engine activated without a harsh sound. Only a soft vibration, like a controlled breath.
Unable to force me into his car, Richard finally turned and entered the vehicle prepared for him.
The convoy began to move.
Through the rearview mirror, I saw several alphas still staring at my car with a mixture of admiration and unease.
