Chapter 455

As I opened the car door and got in, my emotions had completely settled by the time we had driven a short distance. I unconsciously shifted my position in the seat.

Luke noticed my movement, his brows furrowing tightly.

He pressed his lips together and closed his eyes.

I didn't notice his expression, instead looking down to check the time.

Ten minutes had passed since I ended my call with Wendy. I wondered if she had arrived at the meeting place yet, and whether Mrs. Marshall was genuinely cooperating or if she might betray us. Various possibilities flashed through my mind, causing my recently calmed nerves to tense up again.

I took out my phone, ready to contact her.

"Brian is with her the whole time. She'll be fine," Luke said.

I hadn't seen Brian at the company during lunch today. So he had gone to protect Wendy.

I had seen Brian's profile before. He was the national martial arts champion 15 years ago, capable of both offense and defense. I had once witnessed him subdue a kn