In the hospital room, Nick gripped his phone furiously. Kate had turned out to be much more difficult than he thought. What woman doesn’t get impressed when someone risks their life for her?

—This woman exasperates me.

The door opened, letting in Nick’s trusted man.

—What are you doing here? Kate could come and recognize you.

—Relax, she already left with Bastien. I saw her leave in the sports car. Besides, I’ve got men at the entrance to warn me if anything happens. How are you?

—I’m fine. The