BRYAN'S POV Throughout our ride to the venue for our date, I felt like we were being stalked. Somehow, Laura didn’t notice. She seemed more relaxed than ever. I received a call from Uriel and glanced at her. “Babe, I need to drop you back at home,” I said, and she stared at me curiously. “Is everything okay, Bryan?” Laura asked as I rubbed my forehead. “Yes, babe, everything is fine,” I assured her, and she nodded. “Ahhhhh!” she screamed in panic when they opened fire on our car. “Bend down!” I shouted and drove at full speed. As I drove down the road, my heart ached with hurt and guilt. We were in this situation because I hadn’t been careful with her. It is the same way I haven't been careful with Mia’s safety and lost her to the cold hands of death. I can’t risk Laura’s safety. “We

