Goodbye Saintess. novel Chapter 22

” Come on , sweetheart , don’t talk so much . You’re drunk . Just come with us . You’ll feel better . ” The creeps crowding around Hera had dropped the act . They ignored her warning completely .

Just as they prepared to grab her , a group of tall , stone – faced men in black suits appeared out of nowhere . Each sleazebag took a clean slap to the face before they could react . In seconds , the entire group stood frozen , locked in place by a team of imposing bodyguards , ” Hey ! What the hell , man ? She’s my girlfriend ! You can’t just ” The one holding Hera the tightest spun around , ready to start a fight – until he saw who stood behind him . The towering men didn’t flinch . Their sharp suits , cold eyes , and intimidating presence drained every ounce of bravado from the guy .

” Y – Yeah ! We’re just friends , alright ? You can’t grab people like that ! I’ve got friends at the precinct ! You better back off before I call the cops ! ” The others tried to puff themselves up too , but their voices trembled . Deep down , they knew they were out of their depth . Still , what were these men doing here ? Were they after Hera too ? Before they could figure anything out , Morgan stormed out of the bar . Without a word , he walked straight up and slapped each of them across the face . ” You idiots ! ” he snapped . ” Do you even know who she is ?

That’s Hera Bishop , the CEO of Edge Inc. And you thought you could put your hands on her ? You’ve got three seconds to get the hell out of here . ” The name hit them like a blast . ” W – Wait , she’s the CEO of Edge Inc . ? ! ” ” I – I didn’t know ! I swear I didn’t ! I’m sorry ! So sorry ! ” The woman they had tried to manhandle had turned into a live grenade , and they bolted without another word . ” Ms. Bishop , I’m so sorry we were late . Are you alright ? ” Morgan asked , stepping forward to steady her . Hera stood alone , swaying slightly , her expression unreadable .

” I’m fine , ” she murmured . ” Tell the others to go home . Sebastian’s not coming tonight . ” ” Understood . Let me get the car . ” Morgan gave a respectful nod and signaled the bodyguards . They moved as one, melting back into the night . He led Hera to the black luxury car waiting nearby , opened the door for her , and held a hand above the frame so she wouldn’t bump her head . Once she was seated , he closed the door carefully and got behind the wheel . ” Ms. Bishop , where to ? ” ” Nowhere just yet , ” she said softly . ” Give me a minute . ” ” Yes , ma’am .

The atmosphere of unease that lingers after the bar incident suggests that Hera’s enemies are closing in, and the unseen forces at play might soon force her to confront dangers far beyond what she anticipated. Prepare for a chapter charged with emotional revelations and subtle power plays that will keep you on edge. Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.