“I can tell you from experience that doing it alone is never the right choice,” I add. “We’re family. Trust us.” “It’s not about trust,” Ghost says raggedly. “I’m not the person you guys think I am.” Les’ demeanor changes from friend to the ice queen. Something I’ve not seen often since she’s been with her guys. “What does that mean, Ghost?” “Fuck,” Ghost sighs. “My real name is Gabriel Augustus.” “I’m sorry. Did you just say Augustus?” Les asks, ice dripping from her voice. “As in the Mayor of Rose Hills Augustus?” “That’s my father.”
