Edward sighed and took Eva’s hand in his. He looked into her eyes and said, "Eva, I appreciate what you’ve done for me. You saved my life, and you’ve shown me kindness and compassion. You’re a remarkable woman, and I’m grateful to have met you."Eva felt a surge of warmth and emotion in her chest. She felt a connection with Edward that she couldn’t explain. She wanted to know more about him, to understand him better. She squeezed his hand and said, "Thank you, but you don’t have to thank me. I did what anyone would do in that situation. I’m just glad you’re okay."Edward smiled. "You’re too modest. You’re brave and smart, and you have a good heart. You deserve to know the truth about me. But it’s not something I can tell you here and now. It’s too complicated and risky."Eva felt a twinge of frustration and curiosity. She wondered what Edward was hiding from her, and why it was so dangerous. "But Edward, why can’t you tell me? What are you afraid of? Who are you running from?"Edward

Eva and Edward left Simon’s house without uttering a word, feeling the weight of the events that had transpired. They walked towards the sleek black car that was parked outside, ready to take them away from the scene of chaos and bloodshed. Their eyes met briefly, but they quickly looked away, unable to read each other’s thoughts and emotions..They climbed into the back seat of the car, and the driver started the engine and drove off towards Grey city. The silence between them was deafening, only broken by the occasional sound of the car’s radio or the traffic outside. Eva turned her head to the window, gazing at the passing buildings and lights, hoping to find some distraction from the man sitting next to her. She still couldn’t understand what happened today. She felt like she was in a nightmare, or maybe a strange dream.Edward, meanwhile, was watching Eva intently, his eyes filled with admiration and desire. He was captivated by her beauty, her intelligence, and her courage. He w

Two hours later, the atmosphere in Robert's residence grew increasingly tense. Edward swiftly made his way to the opulent living room, where two guests were waiting. One of them was Ryan, a familiar face to Edward, while the other was a man he had never met before.Edward approached them with a courteous nod. "Ryan, good to see you again," he greeted warmly, extending his hand. Ryan reciprocated with a firm handshake, then turned to the other guest."This is our leader, Roddick," Ryan introduced his superior. Roddick was a tall, imposing figure with an air of authority about him. He nodded politely in Edward's direction, acknowledging the introduction.Edward gestured for Ryan and Roddick to take a seat in the plush, leather-upholstered chairs arranged around a low, mahogany coffee table. As they settled in, Roddick wasted no time and delved straight into the heart of the matter."Mr. Edward, we've heard about your offer. Can you truly guarantee the well-being of our group if we alig

Back at Robert's residence, Edward was also packing his bags. He was putting some souvenirs for Brenda and Adele. He missed them, and he was about to close his bags when his phone rang. It was Roddick."Mr. Edward, I have good news and bad news," Roddick said."Tell me the good news first.""The two snipers you sent have arrived safely. They are hiding in a safe house near the presidential palace. They have a clear view of Trey's balcony, where he will give his speech.""That's great. And the bad news?""They have to wait for three days. Trey has increased his security measures. He has snipers of his own on every rooftop. He has armored vehicles and soldiers on every street. He has checkpoints and scanners on every entrance. He is paranoid and cautious. He knows someone is after him."Edward sighed. He knew it wouldn't be easy to assassinate Trey. "What about the bomb?""It's ready," Roddick said. "I have it in my possession. I will plant it under Trey's podium before his speech. It w

As Edward served the meal, the women were taken aback by the presentation. The dishes were plated with the same precision and care that a five star chef would use. The vibrant colors of the vegetables contrasted beautifully with the perfectly cooked meat, and the aroma was even more enticing up close.Edward gestured for them to start. "Please, enjoy."Brenda and Adele hesitated for a moment, still in awe of Edward’s culinary prowess. But as they took their first bites, their eyes widened in delight. The flavors were incredible, a perfect balance of seasoning, texture, and taste.Edward watched their reactions with a satisfied smile. "I’m glad you like it."Adele was the first to respond, her mouth full of food. "Like it? Ed, this is amazing!" Brenda nodded in agreement, but too busy savoring the meal to speak.Edward laughed heartily at their reactions. "Well, I’m glad I could surprise you."As they continued to enjoy the delicious meal, Brenda finally managed to swallow a particula