*Alex*

I lay awake in my bed for a long time after Chloe agreed to help me spy on Mr. Chen. I knew it was my best hope for garnering information on my old rival. However, I also knew it could prove to be quite dangerous for Chloe.

I intended to take steps to keep her as safe as possible, but there would be no guarantees. This was the real world, not a spy novel. If something happened, I might not be able to help her in the last chapter.

I wrestled with myself ...