Aliana’s POV

The message came just after midnight.

Robert: Meet me at Blue Mirage. Private room. Don’t be late.

I stared at the text, my heart beating in a slow, steady rhythm.

The trap was working.

Robert thought he was in control.

He had no idea he was walking straight into Freddy’s hands.

I set my phone down and took a deep breath. The plan was simple—make him believe I still wanted him, make him feel powerful, and when he was too distracted, plant the bug on him. ...