Chapter 16. Deal

Lucas’s POV

Derek’s eyes widened, clearly taken aback.

“Wait, what? Are you out of your mind?” He glanced at me in disbelief.

“It’s not like there’s another choice,” I said, looking out the window.

“You’re telling me you want to end your cousin’s life because of a girl?” he asked.

“Dude, stop being stupid. You’re not in my shoes. Are you fucking helping me or not?!” I demanded.

“Fine, I do know someone. But do not involve me in this. I am only helping you because you asked,” he said.

“Thanks, dude. Now take me to them,” I said, and he turned around.

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Shimma’s POV

Mattias pulled up in front of a building. I didn’t know he had a safe house here in California apart from his parents’ house.

As I watched, two huge, armed guards approached our car. Their imposing figures hovered over us, and I felt a shiver run down my spine.

They wore dark uniforms that hugged their muscular frames, and the glint of