CHAPTER 20 TAKING FULL RESPONSIBILITY.

"I'll take care of this, Madison," Michael said, his voice filled with a dangerous intensity. "I'll deal with Connor, and I'll protect you and our child. I won't let him get away with this." Madison shook her head, her expression defiant and determined. "No, Michael," she said, her voice filled with resolve. "We're in this together. "I won't let you fight this battle alone. I won't let you risk your life for me." Michael smiled, a fierce, protective smile that filled Madison with hope. "My house," Michael said, his voice filled with determination. "That's where we'll go. It's safe there, secure. No one will be able to find us." Madison nodded, a sense of relief washing over her. "I'll get my things," she said, her voice shaking with exhaustion. "I'll get what I need and we can leave." Michael helped her to her feet, his arms wrapping around her protectively, as they made their way up the stairs and out into the cool, night air. : "I'll send for your luggage," Michael said, his