Five hours later, the plane came to a stop at a private airport.
March in London was still bitterly cold. Stepping out from the warm cabin, one was immediately faced with a damp chill.
Medical personnel who had been waiting at the airport for some time swiftly boarded the plane and transferred Aldana Candi, who was on a gurney, to a nearby hospital.
Trenton did not follow to the hospital. Upon disembarking, he received a call from Maple Swallow, asking him to join for a meal at a restaurant.
By the time Trenton Smith reached the private room reserved by Maple, Maple had not yet arrived. He sat alone, poured himself a glass of water, and sipped it quietly.
Around ten minutes later, Maple Swallow, looking travel-worn, hurried over.
He pushed open the door of the private room, caught sight of Trenton, and said, "Sorry, I was held up by a sudden video conference. How long have you been waiting?"
