Chapter 105 The Calm Before the Storm

The next few days passed in a blur of anxiety and preparation. With Lily and Michael safely hidden away in a secure location, I tried to focus on the task at hand—uncovering The Network’s plans and stopping them before they could strike. But the fear for my children’s safety weighed heavily on me, and I found it difficult to concentrate on anything else. Kai was a constant source of strength during this time, keeping me grounded even as the world seemed to spiral out of control. He worked tirelessly, coordinating with our security team, Victor, and the authorities to ensure that every possible precaution was taken. But despite his calm exterior, I could see the strain in his eyes, the worry that he tried so hard to hide from me. One afternoon, as I was going over the latest updates from Victor, Kai came into the room with a determined look on his face. “We need to talk,” he said, his voice serious. I looked up from my laptop, my heart skipping a beat at the tone of his voice. “What’