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?"

I believe 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 our marriage license, and I'll give you the grandest wedding ever. The whole world will know that you are my wife. And anyone who messes with you

his hand away. "Why is your mind always on fighting? When we get back, you better be a law-abiding citizen of Devonport,

doting

but her attention was suddenly caught by a car

face in

and she took

in

mirror.

"What's up?" Colby asked.

just passed us looked

Though he only saw the back of the

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

been mistaken. But the figure she saw

all this way because James also left the Burke family to come

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