Chapter 45

Nicholas turned to Matthew with a determined look on his face. "Matthew, I need your help. I know I've messed up in the past, but I'm asking you to trust me now. I saved Sarah's life, and I'm asking you to help me save your family's future."

Matthew's expression softened slightly, clearly still wary but also curious. "What do you mean? What's going to happen in the future?"

Nicholas took a deep breath, his eyes locked on Matthew's. "I've seen it, Matthew. I've seen the future, and it's not good. I need your help , I need you to trust me and work with me to change the course of the event.

Matthew hesitated, clearly torn. But then he looked at Nicholas, really looked at him, and saw the sincerity in his eyes. "Okay, Nicholas. I'll help you. But you have to promise me one thing: you have to promise me you'll do everything in your power to keep Sarah safe."

Nicholas nodded fervently. "I promise, Matthew. I swear it. I'll do anything to keep Sarah safe. And there's something else, Matthew.