Mason’s POV
As soon as I stepped out of Elle’s room, the weight of everything came crashing down. I leaned against the wall, taking a deep breath, trying to clear my head. This wasn’t just about protecting her anymore—it was about making sure she had the truth, the full picture. She deserved that much.
Marco was waiting at the end of the hallway, standing tall, his eyes scanning the surroundings like a hawk. Always watchful, always calm under pressure. That’s why he was the best, why I trusted him with my life—and Elle’s.
“Any updates?” I asked as I reached him, keeping my voice low, my hands stuffed in my pockets to keep from fidgeting.
Marco glanced at me briefly, then back to the hallway. “We’ve confirmed the SUV was registered to Knight Industries. Bianca’s signature is all over th
