I left the conference room. My father hadn’t given me a lot of time to get ready for the trip, and I wanted to make sure I had time to pack everything I needed.

Rex followed me closely but silently.

I wasn’t surprised. Now that he was back on duty, he’d be my bodyguard again. I was glad to have him back. He made me feel safe and other security guards didn’t have that same effect.

Glancing sideways, I saw the ever-so-subtle frown on Rex’s lips. If ...