Josefina leaned in close while Camden and Jaxon exchanged a knowing glance and strode ahead.

Jaxon reached out, intending to dunk Josefina into the vat of dye. His face twisted into a snarl, his eyes blazing with the arrogance of a predator about to strike. Camden's hand clamped down on Josefina's arm, fearing she might break free.

As both men stared each other down, ready to push Josefina into the vat, the tables turned dramatically. A wicked grin curled at the corner of Josefina's lips. She stomped down on Jaxon's foot and delivered a swift back kick to Camden's groin.

"Josie!"

Oliver arrived just in time to see someone going after her. He picked up speed, leaping into the air and landing a solid kick on Jaxon's back, sending him tumbling into the vat.

snap of bone was followed by Camden's howls of pain as Oliver twisted his other hand, snapping it with a decisive crack. Josefina watched Oliver's swift and ruthless actions in utter shock. Thinking she was terrified, Oliver pulled

factory and thought I'd pick you up for dinner," he explained, the concern clear in his voice. What he hadn't expected was to walk into a scene right out of a crime drama. "Are you alright? Hurt anywhere? Does

"I'm fine. You showed up just in time. You saved me." She wondered if Oliver had seen her fight back and if he knew she could handle herself. Hopefully,

clear eyes, Oliver chuckled. "Don't look at me

Josefina dropped her gaze as the sound of splashing water came from behind. Camden and Jaxon climbed out of the vat, their clothes a mess of color, unrecognizable even to their own mothers. They sat

take you home, and I'll have Asher deal with this mess,"

these men behind bars. As they turned to leave, Jaxon staggered to his feet, grabbed a bottle from

out!" Without hesitation, Oliver pulled her into his embrace, shielding her

and Josefina caught the faint, acrid scent. It

promptly stopping Camden and Jaxon

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