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?"

settled things abroad, we'll go back, get our marriage license, and I'll give you the

words, but when she heard his last remark, she swatted his hand away. "Why is your mind always on fighting? When we get back, you

I hear you," Colby said, doting on her.

her attention was suddenly caught

The face in

familiar, and she

in the

mirror.

"What's up?" Colby asked.

inside the car that just passed

the rearview mirror. Though he only saw the back of the car, he could tell

mistaken," Colby said, his tone softening. "It's dark outside. Don't overthink it; let's go back

But the figure she saw

James also left the Burke family to

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