The weight of Damian’s words hung heavy in the air, and for a moment, Bella let herself sink into the warmth of his embrace. His heartbeat was steady against her ear, a quiet reminder of the strength he carried beneath that cold, businesslike exterior. But she knew better than to let her guard down now. Whatever fight was coming, they weren’t ready for it yet. Bella pulled back slightly, meeting Damian’s intense gaze. “How do we fight back if we don’t even know who’s behind this?” Damian’s lips tightened into a thin line, his jaw flexing. “We start by closing off their access points. No more leaks. No more vulnerabilities. I’ll meet with my legal team, review every contract, every partnership. But we need to be one step ahead of them. That’s where you come in.” Bella’s brow furrowed. “M

