The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

Speaking with conviction, Hannah continued, “To infiltrate their organization, I had to persuade Lyons that Bryson and I aren’t allies.

I wouldn’t be here, in Newfort on the Queen Elizabeth, trying to save Rocco if I wasn’t ready to take risks.

I’m committed to my mission and won’t return to Newfort until it’s completed, despite your orders to bring me back safely.

”

Winston’s expression turned grim, and he remained silent.

Bryson then stated, “Her safety is my top priority.

If anything happens to her, I’ll be the first to suffer.

”

“Okay, fine,” Hannah cut him off.

“Why even mention that now? It’s fine if you made it here without anyone noticing.

But if…”

She didn’t get to finish, as the doorbell rang again.

Instantly, Winston and Caleb eyed the door with caution.

Hannah peered towards the door, a hint of suspicion in her gaze.

“Could it be Lyons’s men?”

Caleb declared, “I’ll handle them outside.

”

“No!” Winston looked at Bryson, insisting, “He needs to be the one to go.

”

Understanding, Bryson moved to open the door.

There stood Rodrigo, his face contorted with anger, surrounded by his men.

Bryson raised an eyebrow, leaning casually against the door frame with his arms crossed.

He regarded Rodrigo with a blend of curiosity and amusement.

“Came to observe how I handled her, did you?”

Rodrigo glared back at Bryson, clearly annoyed.

“Mitchell, don’t pretend you’re fooling me! Remember, not just anyone can meddle in this affair!”

Unfazed, Bryson gave a mocking shrug.

“I’ve always liked taking what I want.

Do you have a problem with that? You used to tail me Like a loyal pet, and now look at you, growling at me for someone else?”

His tone dripped with sarcasm and disdain.

“Stop acting high and mighty!” Rodrigo snapped, clenching his teeth.

“What you took is Mr.

Lyon’s.

You’re really asking for trouble!”

Bryson just smirked and replied calmly, “Oh, you think I’m in danger?

If you’re so brave, prove it.

”

Rodrigo didn’t waste a second.

He pulled out his gun and aimed at Bryson’s head.

“You think I won’t shoot? Think again!”

But Bryson didn’t waver.

With a slight smile, he challenged, “Go ahead, shoot.

But think about it.

Are you the only one who’s not afraid? What about your men? What about Lyons Group?”

Rodrigo’s grip on his gun wavered.

He tried to sound tough.

“Are you threatening me?”

While they were at a standoff, Winston and Hannah emerged.

Winston’s face showed signs of a recent fight.

He glared at Bryson.

“Back off from our Lady!”

Bryson, acting like a rich playboy, raised his hand.

“I won her fair and square.

You think you can just take her because you’ve got more men?”

Winston’s expression darkened.

“What are you babbling about?”

Rodrigo stepped in, guiding Winston and Hannah to his side, his gaze cold and threatening.

“Mitchell, you should be grateful for Mr.

Lyon’s leniency.

Don’t push your luck.

”