In the end, Briony decided to make the trip to Westenmar.

She told James about her plans.

James was worried about her going alone and insisted on coming with her.

Briony agreed-it felt safer to have someone with her.

That very night, they boarded the Delaney family's private jet bound for Westenmar.

After a long overnight flight, they touched down at ten in the morning, local time.

As they exited the airport, Garry's trusted female assistant was already waiting for them.

She led them to a sleek black town car parked outside.

The drive from the airport to the city center took a full forty minutes.

The car was eerily quiet the entire way.

The closer they got to their destination, the more anxious Briony became.

James noticed the tension in her shoulders and gently rested his hand on her. Briony turned to glance at him.

"Don't worry, Bryn," he said softly, giving her a reassuring smile. "I'm here. We'll bring your son home together."

Briony's nose tingled, and she bit her lip, nodding.

through the gates

Garry's assistant ushered Briony and James into

his long legs crossed, leaning back as

brow, taking the cigar from his lips to blow a smoke ring. "You're here! No need to be so formal-we're

this-casual to the

James were used to his antics by now and

a glance but remained

my son?" Briony

be exhausted after flying all night. At

vene

got it in. I have a feeling you'll

patience for pleasantries. His irritation was plain as he snapped, "Garry, cut the act.

child as leverage. Hand him over, now."

raised his eyebrows.

are

impatient. Fine, f

two

from afar deserve

wishes granted." Cont

nodded to his

then turned to the housekeeper nearby.

the housekeeper hurried

echoed from

looked up,

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