Chapter 137

Rain pounded against the windows of Pierce Tower as Alexander pored over security reports. Three days had passed since the Phoenix Grid attacks, and the constant worry had etched new lines around his eyes. His phone buzzed. Unknown number. He almost ignored it.

“Pierce.”

“I need to see you.” A male voice, quiet but urgent. “It’s about Camille. And Rose.”

Alexander stiffened. “Who is this?”

“Stefan Rodriguez.”

The name sent a surge of anger through Alexander. His grip tightened on the phone. “You have nothing I want to hear.”

“Please,” Stefan’s voice cracked. “Rose has contacted people, dangerous people. Camille is in danger.”

Alexander checked his watch. “The Plaza Hotel. Thirty minutes. Come alone.”

He ended the call, his thoughts churning. Stefan Rodriguez, the man who had broken Camille’s heart, who had chosen Rose over her. His instinct screamed to ignore him. But if there was even a tiny chance Camille was in danger...

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