William backed away from the motel room and put the car into drive to exit the complex. There was no corresponding movement from other vehicles. 'Back to Sydney. At least I am. You're going to drop me off and then drive down to Melbourne. I want you out of Sydney until I've seen Nick and talked some sense into him.'
Noel looked at his dark profile. 'You think you can?'
He grasped her hand. 'We're partners. Once he's calmed down he'll listen to reason. But I don't want you there. When you get to Melbourne book into the Airport Travelodge. I'll fly down tomorrow night. We can get married down there. How does that sound?' He looked at her. 'We'll take a couple of weeks off and have a honeymoon.' He chivvied her. 'You'll be safe once you're my wife.'
'The Travelodge?'