Polina returned swiftly, her boots clicking against the marble floor. "Boss, the team will be assembled in ten minutes. They're bringing the full arsenal as requested."
Natalya stood abruptly from the bed, her leather jacket creaking as she moved. Her expression was deadly serious, but I could see the storm of emotions in her eyes—love, fear, and a fierce determination that made my chest tighten.
Her thoughts were a whirlwind: [Polina is reliable... She'll keep him safe...]
[But what if she's not enough? What if something happens to him while I'm gone?]
[No... I have to trust her... I have no choice...]
"Polina..." Her voice cracked slightly, betraying the turmoil within. "I'm giving you a task. Viper's safety is in your hands. When he wakes up, don't tell him where I am. Understood?"
Polina nodded solemnly, her expression grave. "Understood, Boss. I'll protect him with my life."
