The Pollard family held significant sway overseas, and it took Colby years to finally overshadow the White family, securing a foothold abroad. However, the Pollard family's century-long dominance abroad was

unshakable.

Colby feared that if they targeted Sophie, he'd be powerless to protect her.

"Come on, don't be silly," Sophie said, taking Colby's hand. "I won't be a burden. You do what you need to do. I can't promise to clear every obstacle, but I can assure you that I'll stay safe. You won't have to worry about me."

Colby's frown eased. How could he forget? His wife was Devonport's youngest female entrepreneur, who in just a year had managed to stand toe-to-toe with the Burke family. She not only brought down Ricardo but also had Odie dancing in the palm of her hand.

If the Pollard family set their sights on Sophie, they'd likely regret it.

"My wife is so formidable; I had nothing to worry about. I should be worried for the Pollard family. They'll have a rough time if they mess with you."

Sophie pretended to be annoyed. "I'm trying to comfort you, and you're making fun of me?"

in you." Colby drove with one hand, keeping his eyes on the road. He reached out to stroke Sophie's head. "Once we've settled things abroad, we'll go back, get

is your mind always on fighting? When we get back,

Colby said, doting on

was suddenly caught by

The face in

familiar, and she took

in the

mirror.

"What's up?" Colby asked.

car that just passed

only saw the back of the car, he could tell it was

softening. "It's dark outside. Don't overthink it;

been mistaken. But the figure she saw resembled

travel all this way because James also left the Burke

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