CHAPTER 143: THE ULTIMATUM

MICHAEL

Upon my arrival at the institution, the area was swarming with authorities. Ambulances, police vehicles, and firetrucks were parked at the entrance.

On the third floor, three glass windows had been shattered. From where I stood, I could see investigators examining the scene.

"This is messed up," Aaron remarked from behind me.

I didn't know that this will really happen. Elena was being true, and that only means, my family isn't safe. I have to call more security for them.

"Aaron, go back to the house, make sure that they're safe. And call in more security," I instructed, handing him the key as he swiftly drove off.

I attempted to slip through the crowd of onlookers and media clamoring for information.

The buzz was deafening.

A uniformed individual spoke through a megaphone, instructing people to move back as barriers were set up.

"Mr. Montero!" A reporter approached me, and I was immediately surrounded by people with flashing cameras and microphones pointed in