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into the car.
    On the way to the plane, we have to stop at a check point. My father does a lot of business here year round and is allowed through without a problem. He has several friends here which is why he decided to purchase the cabin.
    We drive onto the runway where we park several feet away from the plane. When my mom and dad leave to talk to security I hurry and unlock the trunk.
    “Come Keyan. This our chance to get you onto that plane.” He hops out and hurries to the plane. We run and I unlatch the door. When we’re board, I open up a luggage ben under a bench. It sits across from a fully dressed table and reclining chairs. He slides inside without issue. I make sure that he is comfortable and toss in a few snacks for him to munch on before I leave him.
    I run back to the jeep and they are unloading our bags. Why did you pack so light McKenna?”
    “What do you mean dad?”
    “This trunk is practically empty.” He lifts one side into the air and rocks it.
    “Oh darn…I must have forgot to pack my things in there. Maybe you could come back before I go and grab some things for me?”
    “Of course. I have to return for a meeting in a couple of weeks. You can even tag along if you like.”
    “Thanks dad. You are the greatest. But let me warn you…I left a ton of things behind. I even found some really old things in this cave.” I smile so that I can work it in.
    “Good, maybe you found something worth a fortune. Matter of fact tell me where the cave is and I’ll send someone out there to retrieve it and your things now. I could have it all in a few days.”
    “I don’t want some stranger going through my things or stealing something from my discovery.”
    “I have trusted colleagues that is there. That way you can focus on preparing yourself for California.”
    “I guess. But please make sure they are not some greedy thieves rummaging through that stuff. I’m very anxious to get it and go through it myself.”
    “You have my word darling. I have the perfect person. He will retrieve your things and the things that you found and deliver them personally.”
    “I know what is there dad. I had weeks to go through it. I was just afraid to tell you that I was spending my days in a cave.”
    “And all alone. That is very dangerous Kenna. You could have been hurt.”
    “But I’m not.” We step onto the plane, take our seats, and prepare for takeoff.

Chapter 8
    I rock my head from side to side trying to wake myself up. My dad calls out for me to buckle in. I sigh because that is the best sleep that I have had in weeks. Spending days with Keyan has drained me and I didn’t even realize it. I strap myself in as I spot my dad’s private airport in the distance. I glance over at the bench, praying that the long ride hasn’t scared the shit out of him. I brace myself as we land. I really missed this place, the warm climate, the beautiful beach, my friends, and my loving boyfriend. I missed him the most. After I buckle myself in the plane starts to descend. It all happens so fast. The screech of the wheels tapping the ground is extremely loud. I wonder if Keyan is afraid. I couldn’t imagine fear taking him though. He has lived inside of the cave for several years. I guess I can ask after we land.
    The plane starts to slow down as it skates down the runway. When the landing is complete I hear the sound of seatbelts clicking. My parents hurry to the exit and asks for the bags to be delivered to the house. I stand and wait for the plane to completely empty. My father calls out to me from outside and I wonder how I will get Keyan out. I think quickly. I open the bench to see if he is alright. He waves.
    “I’m going to see if I can get you out right now. The port is always deserted but I have to check for anyone that could have been waiting for us to return.” He nods. I close the lid and hurry out to meet them. As I walk down the stairs of the plane my dad is getting inside of his Jag.
    “Come on McKenna.