Brendan pretended to be confused. "What do you mean? I don't understand."

"Ms. McKinnon entered the resting area earlier, and I was the one who brought her here. Where is she now..." Ryker paused, his tone meaningful. "Mr. Brighthall, I know about your ill intentions toward Ms. McKinnon. However, she is here with me. If anything were to happen to her, it would be my responsibility.

"Please hand her over."

Brendan remained silent, but Emily's expression turned serious and tense. She glared at