However, Michael was not ready to give up just yet. He struggled to his feet, wiping blood from the corner of his mouth while silently cursing Finley for getting him into this mess.

He grabbed a nearby security guard and barked urgently, "Quick—use the stairs and warn Finley and Yvonne to escape through the back door!"

The guard, startled by Michael's intensity, stumbled away toward the stairwell.

Afterward, Michael frantically tried calling Finley, but the phone was still off. At least At