The tense days that followed were a whirlwind of plans, negotiations, and constant updates. Sean’s condition had been critical, and every passing hour felt like an eternity for Jessica, who spent her days pacing the house or staring at her phone, waiting for news. Armando, though calm on the surface, was working tirelessly behind the scenes. He’d already sent his most trusted men to Sweden to handle security, but the weight of Jessica’s heartbreak pressed heavily on him. He had to do more.
Late one night, the call came—Sean was out of immediate danger. The bullet had missed vital organs, and while his recovery would be long and arduous, he was stable. Armando delivered the news to Jessica himself, standing in the doorway of their bedroom.
“Sean’s going to be okay,” he said softly.
