Courtney's convoy, two sleek and black cars with tinted windows, awaited them outside the restaurant.

The bodyguards followed immediately.

One of them opened the door for Antonio with a bow, but Antonio asked Courtney to climb in first.

"A true gentleman, huh?"

She teased him.

"Not now please".

Antonio replied, already done with hyperactive Courtney.

She laughed as she climbed in, then Antonio followed.

The door shut behind them with a solid thud.

The bodyguards were in the other car, while Antonio and Courtney were in the one In Front.

As the car engine hummed to life, Antonio leaned back in his seat, his jaw clenched, staring out the window,...