In the Capital City
Bryan parked his car in front of the apartment. Before Bella could get out of the vehicle, Bryan stopped her.
"Ma'am, please wait for me. Don't go upstairs by yourself!" Bryan warned when he saw the impatient look in her eyes. He couldn't let her go by herself, or he would get in trouble if his boss found out about their plans change.
"Hurry up!" Bella responded as she stepped out of the car.
Bella walked toward the main entrance and sent Stefan a series of texts. She needed him to do something to make her father and uncles leave her aunt's house.
After sending her last instruction to Stefan, she saw Bryan's broad and fast stride approaching her. She didn't wait for him. Instead, she continued to walk inside the building, only stopping when approached by security before reaching the elevator area.
Bryan tried to confront the security guard. However, before he could act, Bella stopped him with her gaze.
