Maya

I scoffed softly, shaking my head. “Sir, you must be kidding me.”

He gazed at me quietly, his eyes holding that I’m not smiling with you kind of look.

I swallowed and maintained my composure. “But sir, I know nothing about all this. I’ve been through hell my entire life, and honestly, I don’t think I want more complications in it.”

“I’ve got you covered,” he said firmly. “I promise nothing will ever happen to you, Maya. I have the capability to protect you. I just ...