Mia’s POVThe new stronghold was a fortress carved into a remote mountainside — cold steel and concrete, miles from civilization. The moment the plane’s wheels touched the hidden runway, Damien carried me inside like I was made of glass and gunpowder. Theo slept against his chest. I clutched my belly, the weight of Victor’s revelations crushing me with every step.Victor was dragged behind us in restraints, still bleeding, still smiling that cruel, knowing smile.The medical team took Lila and the newborns to a secure wing. Elena coordinated defenses. Damien didn’t waste time. He locked us in the master suite — a sparse, fortified room with a massive bed, monitors, and a wall of weapons.He set Theo down gently in the reinforced crib, then turned to me. His eyes were storm clouds — obsession, rage, and something deeper, more fragile.“Strip,” he ordered, voice rough.“Damien, we need to talk about what Victor said. The embryos. The backups—”“Later.” He closed the distance, hands alre
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