I watched from my hidden position on the rooftop overlooking the courtyard, my finger resting on the trigger of my rifle. From here, I had a clear shot at the masked leader and several of his key lieutenants.

One bullet. That's all it would take to end him and throw this entire operation into chaos.

But I hesitated, my scope moving from the leader to where Mia knelt, surrounded by enemies. She looked defiant even in captivity, her chin raised, her eyes blazing with determination ...