Jackson's POV

I looked down at Adina, her body limp and lifeless in my arms. The paralyzing serum had done its work. I had her. She was mine now. The rage and betrayal that had once consumed me now gave way to a cold, triumphant satisfaction. I handed her over to my men and ordered them to take her away.

"Take her to the warehouse," I commanded, my voice filled with a quiet, unwavering resolve. "The one near the old silver mines. Tell the others we're ready. The experiment begins ...