Meanwhile, Adrianne was in her bedroom, feeling frustrated and trapped. She knew she had no choice but to accept the bodyguard, but the thought of having someone following her around all day made her uneasy. She sighed, knowing she couldn't fight her father's decision.

As she sat on her bed lost in thought, there was a knock on her door. "Adrianne, it's me," Lucas called out.

"Come in," she replied, straightening up.

Lucas entered the room, a serious expression on his face. "We need to talk," he said, taking a seat beside her on the bed.

Adrianne's heart started racing. "What is it?" she asked, her voice trembling.

Lucas took...