Louis stood by the massive windows of his office, the skyline of the city sprawling before him. His hands were shoved into his pockets, his mind far away from the towering buildings and the hum of city life. The events of the past weeks had shaken him more than he cared to admit. Daisy’s close calls had driven him to a point of no return.

He couldn’t rely on the system alone—not when the enemies were cunning, elusive, and ruthless.

The sound of the door opening snapped him out of his thoughts. Liam walked in, his posture tense but composed. “You wanted to see me?”

Louis turned, his expression serious....