Axel helped her up, and led her out of the room, letting her walk, to her surprise.
As they headed down the hallway to the exit, many people were lined up.
They all bowed lowly to her as she passed. Layla stood still, not knowing what to make of it,
“For, you, brave kitten,” Axel looked down at her, his hazel eyes brimming with pride.
Liam was even standing there, along with Aiden and his two brothers.They all bowed to her.
She nodded her head in acknowledgement to them, embarrassed and blushing.
Axel scooped her up in his arms, grinning like he had won a prize, then carried her to the car waiting at the exit.
A driver opened the back door, and he let Layla down.
He got in first, then pulled her into his arms when she got in, placing her firmly in his lap.
“You’re not getting away
