Chapter 74: Whispers in the Wind

The next morning, the sky was painted in soft shades of pink and orange as the sun began to rise over the city. Taylor sat on the balcony of their hotel room, wrapped in a cozy blanket, sipping on a cup of hot coffee. The events of the previous night still weighed heavily on her mind, but the calm of the early morning brought a sense of clarity. She needed to figure out what Victor Blackwood was after and why he had targeted her. Alex joined her on the balcony, his presence bringing an immediate sense of comfort. He leaned against the railing, looking out at the city below. “How are you feeling?” he asked, his voice gentle. Taylor sighed, setting her coffee down on the small table. “I’m not sure. Last night was intense. I can’t stop thinking about what Victor said.” Alex nodded, his expression thoughtful. “He’s definitely up to something. We need to be careful.” Taylor turned to face him, her eyes searching for his. “I know. But I also don’t want this to consume us. We’ve come so f