Chapter 36: Almost Done

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AT THE BLACK SITE The guard opened the door for Ethan, who walked in with his heart racing. A wave of unease washed over him, knowing he was crossing a line he shouldn’t, even though it wasn’t the first time he’d gone against orders. The woman lay motionless on the bed, unconscious, with the bag still covering her face and her hands bound. Ethan approached cautiously, his breath quickening as he got closer. With tender hands, he carefully removed the bag, and his eyes widened as recognition struck him like a punch to the chest. "Mrs. Busco," he said quietly, his voice barely audible. He turned to face the guard, who appeared equally stunned. "What in the hell?" Ethan murmured again, disbelief swirling through his mind. He knew the Buscos, one of Luxor Heights' wealthiest and most inf

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