Liam's expression remained tense as he continued driving. His mind wouldn't stop churning. The image of Zara being dragged out of the hospital replayed again and again, tightening his chest. If he had arrived even a minute later, she would have been taken straight to the police station. The thought alone made his skin crawl.
He had promised Nathaniel to keep their plan confidential—but after witnessing Zara's desperation, he began to doubt whether secrecy was the right choice. He had managed to intercept and rescue her today, but he knew he wouldn't be able to protect her every time.
Zara would never stop worrying about the Grants, no matter how many times she was warned. And that worry would keep pushing her into danger. Liam realized he had to talk to her—she deserved to know what Nathaniel was preparing.
"There is something I need to tell you," he said, breaking the long-held silence.
