Chapter 6 - The Battered Woman Wakes Up To Total Chaos
Marcus didn’t lower his weapon an inch, his knuckles whitening around the grip as he stared down his former mentor.
“My name is Marcus, Viktor, and my only boss stands right here,” the bodyguard replied with ice in his voice.
Before Viktor could issue a sharp retort, a sharp intake of breath echoed softly from the dark leather couch.
The battered woman stirred, her eyes snapping open as adrenaline instantly flooded her exhausted, bruised nervous system.
She didn't scream or cry; her left hand immediately tightened around baby Leo, shielding his tiny body against her chest.
Her gaze darted around the vault, locking instantly onto Viktor standing near the entrance with a predator’s smile.
“You...” she rasped, her voice rough and torn from screaming against the wind and blood loss.
Viktor tilted his head, looking down at her with mock sympathy etched into his scarred features.
“Ah, the valiant rescuer wakes up... you caused quite a lot of property damage tonight, my dear,” Viktor noted.
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The Boss dropped to one knee beside the couch, gently placing a calming, calloused hand on her trembling shoulder.
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