Chapter 10 - The True Reward
The chaotic, violent energy completely evaporated from the grand restaurant.
I was standing quietly in the stainless-steel kitchen, untying my black vest, preparing to walk to the bus stop. The heavy swinging doors opened, and Garrett walked in, supporting his mother on his arm.
He didn't look like a cold, intimidating boss anymore. He looked incredibly human, and deeply exhausted.
"I told you to go home because I knew the police were coming," Garrett said softly, walking directly up to me. "I needed you out of the crossfire. I needed to ensure Madison couldn't target you before she was in a cell."
"I understand, sir," I smiled gently, bowing my head.
Margaret stepped forward, tears filling her eyes. She bypassed all social protocol and wrapped her fragile arms tightly around my neck. "You saved my life, Lina. You were the only one who truly saw me."
Garrett stepped closer, his dark eyes filled with profound, overwhelming respect.
"My mother requires a private, full-time medical professional," Garrett vowed smoothly, the absolute power of his wealth backing every single syllable. "I have completely paid off your nursing school tuition as of ten minutes ago. If you accept the position, your salary will be quintupled, and you will never have to work a night shift again."
I gasped, covering my mouth as tears of pure, unadulterated joy finally spilled down my cheeks.
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I didn't just expose a monster; I had found a family that actually valued my protection.
If you were in Garrett's shoes, would you have handed Madison over to the police, or was completely ruining her family's finances the ultimate, perfect justice?
