*Ryder*
The tension in the air is still thick, like a storm hanging just above the horizon, waiting to unleash its fury. I can still feel the remnants of adrenaline coursing through me, the pounding of my heart echoing in my ears as I take in the scene before me.
Aria stands there, a pillar of strength, but I can see the flickers of fear dancing in her eyes, even as she comforts the kids. I hate that I Was not able to spare her that fear.
The kids are here, and they’re safe for now, but I know that the threat is far from over. Viktor is out there, a shadow from Aria's past that I can’t help but want to eliminate. I can’t let him take anything else from her, especially not her children. My mind races with plans, strategies, and, most importantly, the need to protect my family, because th
