Chapter 37

Ryan reclined in the plush leather seat of his car, the ambient glow of the dashboard illuminating his chiseled features as he gazed out at the city skyline. His voice cut through the quiet night air as he dialed his loyal confidant, Charlie. "Charlie, I want the flight to New York delayed," he instructed, his tone carrying an unmistakable air of authority.

Across town, Richard, Ryan's father, answered the call, his warm voice brimming with paternal affection. "Hello, son," he greeted.

"Father, I want to speak with Mom," Ryan requested, his gaze fixed pensively on the distant horizon.

Without hesitation, Richard handed the phone to Edison, Ryan's mother, with a knowing look. "Honey, Ryan wants to talk to you," he said softly.

Addison's tired voice greeted Ryan on the other end of the line. "Hi, baby. How are you?" she inquired, her exhaustion evident in her tone.

A smirk played across Ryan's lips as he reclined further into his seat. "I've found a queen for me," he declared, his