Chapter 98. Thirty Minutes Earlier

Brandon’s POV

Alessandra and I are making love when we suddenly hear a knock on the door. Covering our bodies, I watch as Alessandra instructs the person behind the door to speak his concern. Robert says,

“Ma’am, Tyler Harrington has invaded the mansion. He is currently in the compound, hiding beside the limousine.” But this is not all Robert says. He takes a breath and continues,

“He seems to be holding a gun and he is wearing a mask. Do you want us to inform the police or take him down immediately and dispose of his body?”

Robert's words are cold and precise, but I do not judge him. He is a trained professional, prioritizing Alessandra’s safety above all else. Still, his willingness to kill so readily sends a chill down my spine. This isn't just security; it's survival, and it makes me question how far I would go to protect Alessandra.

“No! Don’t kill him. Let him make his way in. I want to see what he is here to do,” Alessandra says to Robert. But just as I