ALEXEIZoey was finally safe, her warmth beside me in the car a comforting reassurance. Yet, as I stole glances at her, I couldn't shake the anger simmering within me. Bruises marring her delicate skin, evidence of the torment she endured, fueled the fire of fury against those who dared to inflict such pain.My phone buzzed, and I saw Yaz's name on the screen. Answering the call, I heard the concern in his voice. "Alexei, what's the situation?""We're heading to the penthouse, not the estate. Zoey needs rest," I replied, my gaze never leaving her.Yaz, ever reliable, understood. "I'll take care of things back here. You focus on Zoey."I turned to Zoey, her eyes meeting mine in a silent exchange. Despite the lingering pain etched on her face, she managed a smile that sent warmth coursing through me.Returning the smile, I told her, "Take care of things back there, Yaz."Yaz's voice on the other end assured me, "Don't worry about things here, Alexei. Just take care of Zoey."Disconnecti
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