RYDER
Pulling up outside Liora’s residence, I quickly joined one of the residents who was already on his way upstairs in the elevator.
The moment it pinged, announcing our arrival, I stepped out and immediately noticed three of my security detail stationed outside Liora’s door, exactly where I had ordered them to be.
“How is she?” I asked.
“She’s inside with her brother,” one of them replied, lowering his head respectfully.
I gave a small nod before turning toward the door.
For some reason, my steps slowed as I approached it.
I stopped directly in front of the entrance and drew in a deep breath, preparing myself for the conversation I was about to have with Liora before knocking.
A few seconds later, the door opened, revealing Ricky on the other side.
His expression hardened the m
