"I asked Mathieu to hack into Khalid’s largest bank account. I called Khalid and told him that money would end up in the hands of the authorities if Maria wasn’t freed within the hour. If he accepted my deal, I’d leave the account alone. He took the offer to protect his most valuable assets and told me it was too late for you. He said he still wants what your mother took and that your deadline is almost up."
Khalid and his legendary generosity… what a joke.
I can’t believe Alexander pulled this off with Mathieu just to protect Maria from Khalid’s grip.
"Where is Maria?"
"She’s at my place, guarded by five of my best men."
I look at Alexander, unsure what to say or do to express how grateful I am.
It’s the kindest thing anyone’s ever done for me.
He has plenty of flaws and knows exac
