Chapter 22 The Conspiracy

The bodyguards escorting Tia and Guthrie instantly formed a protective circle around them. They warily watched as a group of people rushed toward them from all directions. Tia recognized the man leading the charge as the head of Aaron's bodyguard team. Aaron made his way through the crowd, slowly approaching Tia. The tension in the air was palpable. "Mr. Caius, this is the family head's order. Are you planning to defy it?" The man standing in front of Tia asked in a deep voice. "That woman is now under my protection, and no one can take her away without my consent." Aaron's eyes rested on Tia. The man before him scoffed. "If you insist on taking this woman, you'll be declaring war on the family head." A smirk played at the corner of Aaron's mouth, "You think I wouldn't dare?" The man seemed taken aback by Aaron's audacious defiance. "The family head is already furious. I urge you to reconsider your actions, Mr. Caius. It'll bring you nothing but harm." "I don't need advice fr