Albert The city stretched out before me, a concrete jungle pulsating with life. I was on my way to the hospital to join Mia and Diane when my phone rang, the sharp chime cutting through the sound of traffic. It was one of my men, his voice tight with urgency. "Sir, we have a situation," he began, his words clipped. A cold dread washed over me. "Miss Mia has said some rather strange things, but I think you should know." My grip tightened on the steering wheel. Mia's fierce independence was a double-edged sword. On one hand, it was admirable, her refusal to be a damsel in distress. But on the other, it was a constant source of worry Because what exactly was she hiding? Based on what he told me, it seemed like it was a lot more than I had ever expected. I thanked the man and ended the