Xavier’s POV

The city never felt quieter than it did in that moment, every siren, every honking horn, a countdown I couldn’t ignore.

Christian was safe… for now. But the thought of what could have gone wrong burned in my chest like fire.

I didn’t wait. My car peeled out of the lot, tires screeching against asphalt, heading straight to my father’s estate.

The cops had intercepted the vehicle. That was enough to give me focus. Enough to give me clarity.

Damn him.

Charles thought legacy ...