Chapter 16 - Elena Proves Her Loyalty During The Crisis
Back at the Manhattan estate, Elena managed the household staff with calm authority despite the lingering threat of rival syndicates.
A delivery truck arrived at the front gates carrying secure communications equipment ordered by Edgar’s security team.
Elena personally inspected the manifest sheets, noticing an unauthorized serial number on one of the heavy electronic crates.
Recognizing a trap from her years on the run with Thomas, she immediately sounded the manual estate alarm.
Two disguised couriers inside the van drew concealed weapons, but estate guards swarmed the courtyard before they could detonate a charge.
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Edgar rushed out from the main portico, finding Elena standing unharmed beside the neutralized threat.
“You saved the entire eastern wing from destruction,” Edgar said breathlessly, taking her hands in his.
