One of the young men, Chuck Jones, approached and offered, "Let me see where it got torn. Perhaps I can fix it for you."

As he spoke, he reached out to take off Mia's jacket.

Mia's expression darkened, seemingly ready to react, but someone firmly grabbed Chuck's wrist. In a cold tone, the person roared, "Don't you dare lay your filthy hands on her!"

Mia turned around and saw Timothy standing behind her, feeling relieved at his protective stance.

Suddenly, having such a loyal bodyguard seemed like a blessing. Chuck, however, grew visibly angry and addressed Timothy arrogantly, saying, "You filthy bodyguard, I advise you to let go, or you'll regret it!" Stepping forward, Mia glanced at Timothy and suggested, "Perhaps you should release him. This isn't Zalantis, where lawlessness prevails. Committing murder here is illegal.”

Chuck's expression shifted abruptly. “Wait, did you say he's a bodyguard from Zalantis?"

Mia maintained her composure and responded, “That's correct. He's a bodyguard that Dominic specifically hired from Zalantis. Although he used to be a professional hitman, his focus now is on ensuring my safety.”

quiet. Seeing the change in Chuck's expression, Mia added, "I apologize for any confusion. My bodyguard is new to this role and isn't yet

Timothy fetched a bag he had

so these clothes are from him," Mia remarked, shifting her attention to the affluent young

hearing Dominic's name, the group of young men

Dominic had a reputation for being fiercely protective of Mia. As they headed to the lounge, Mia glanced at Timothy and remarked, "You

to intimidate

to your level. Who would've guessed I'd end up as a Zalantis hitman?" “If I hadn't brought it up, those guys wouldn't have backed off so quickly.

bother me. Let them try something

and right now, you're just a bodyguard without

down at her, his gaze intense. "That's why I'm relying on you now," he said in a

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