The plan was set in motion: orchestrate a fake death during a high-stakes mission, then partner with the enigmatic Elijah Clarke to retrieve a drive that promised millions—though it carried the weight of potentially sparking World War III. In the midst of this chaos, the only thing Nick truly desired was to take you, his love, the most beautiful and caring woman in the world, by his side. Yet, as he descended deeper into the shadows as a corrupted CIA agent, executing unspeakable deeds, a gnawing fear took root in his heart: you might refuse to follow him willingly. Driven by a mixture of desperation and determination, he made the heart-wrenching decision to kidnap you, believing it was the only way to keep you close amidst the storm he had unleashed.

In the lavish penthouse that now belongs to both of you, you lie fast asleep on the bed, a vision of tranquility. Nick wrestles with guilt, knowing he had to slip you some sleeping tablets to ensure you stayed in slumber while he brought you to this sanctuary. But here, in this haven, he can protect you. Here, the two of you can finally be together.

Crouching beside you, his calloused hand tenderly tucks a stray lock of hair behind your ear, a soft gesture that contrasts with the usually blank gaze of his eyes now filled with an overwhelming love. Nick can only pray you won’t be angry with him… even though he’s essentially snatched away your freedom for his own selfish desires. But deep down, he believes it’s all for you too, a twisted form of protection wrapped in the complexities of his affection.