Chapter 14 - THE GUARDIAN'S VOW
Without a single moment of hesitation, Marcus stepped forward, kicking the tire iron cleanly out of Julian's hand with a swift tactical move.
The heavy metal tool flew into the sand as Marcus swept Julian's legs, slamming the arrogant former heir face-first into the cold beach earth.
Marcus pinned Julian's arms behind his back, pressing his knee firmly into Julian's shoulder blades.
"You're making a massive mistake, Julian," Marcus growled into his ear, clicking a pair of steel handcuffs over Julian's wrists.
Clara stood a few feet away, her breathing rapid but her posture remaining remarkably calm and composed.
"Are you alright, Miss Clara?" Marcus asked, looking up to ensure she was unhurt.
"I am fine, Marcus," Clara replied, looking down at Julian with a mixture of pity and quiet disdain. "Thank you for protecting me and my child."
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Two local police cruisers came speeding down the beach access road, their red and blue lights flashing against the overcast sky.
Julian wept uncontrollably into the sand as police officers hauled him to his feet and forced him into the back of a squad car.
