Everett had this gut feeling, a premonition that made him act without hesitation.

"Head to the apartment building."

Kevin hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "Mr. Lopez, maybe I should go? Your current status... it's not exactly low-profile. What if he's set a trap? You could be walking into danger!" The depth of hatred Lane harbored for Everett was no secret, evident through recent events.

While he might not harm Dorothy, there was no doubt that given the chance, Lane wouldn't hesitate to strike at Everett with full force.

"Dorothy could be in Lane's clutches. Do you really think I can just sit back, worried about my own safety?"

"Mr. Lopez..."

A single glance from Everett silenced Kevin.

He could even see a flash of deep, seething anger in Mr. Lopez's eyes.

Lane... he had touched a nerve, messed with someone Everett held dear.

...

seemed like an impossible

from the top floor

hour, Kevin

herself doubted the likelihood

her, Lane's towering figure loomed, his lips

call me 'husband', and I'll

giving him a glance before resuming her frantic search for the

patience snapped, and he advanced, gripping

made Dorothy's

"What are you doing?"

you realize the Pent you're in?" Lane hissed, the fury in his eyes unmistakable, "Why do you

"Let go of me!"

in their strength and height was so significant

but his

You promised an

the rules here!" Lane's laugh was cold and menacing. "After an hour, I've even arranged for a little audience to enjoy the show!" Dorothy paled, "Lane, this is

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