Chapter 214

Logan’s POV

But Maddy wasn’t the type to give in without a fight.

I crossed my arms and leaned against the doorway. “Maddy,” I said firmly, making her jump. “What’s going on?”

Her face turned pale as she spun to face me. “It’s… nothing,” she stammered.

“Maddy, don’t lie to me. If this is about Layla, you need to trust me,” I said, keeping my voice calm. “Tell me everything.”

She hesitated, her hands trembling. “They have Layla,” she whispered. “They want you in exchange for her.”

A wave of anger surged through me, but I kept my expression neutral. I needed to stay composed…for her, for Layla.

“Alright,” I said, my mind already forming a plan. “Here’s what we’ll do. You’ll give them what they want. Pretend you’ve caught me, and let’s see how far they’re willing to go.”

Maddy’s eyes widened. “But...Logan, I can’t