Mia POV
The chase was a heart-pounding ballet of screeching tires and adrenaline. But what surprised me most was Albert—he remained almost too calm for the situation.
For a while, the driver's skills were enough, weaving through narrow streets and back alleys. But the sheer number of pursuers proved overwhelming. We were cornered on a deserted stretch of road, boxed in by four identical black SUVs.
Albert let out a sigh, a sound devoid of fear but heavy with resignation.
"Pull over."
"What?" I could barely breathe around the panic.
In the rearview mirror, I saw a luxury sedan emerge from the pack, gliding effortlessly to the forefront. A figure stepped out of the other car, silhouetted by the headlights. Tall and broad-shouldered, their features hidden in the shadows. It was someone
