RYDER

All night, I couldn't sleep.

I have this pain in my shoulder that won't go away no matter what. I rub my chest, instinctively knowing that this has to do with Aria.

I've always sent word, and in no time, Ray is supposed to respond and accept the challenge so this can end. The problem is that his territory is heavily guarded, so it's hard for anyone to go through.

This has to work, because if it doesn't, I don't have another plan.

I step out of the office and make my way downstairs. ...