Chapter 148 To Serve And Protect—Part 1

• The sense of dread Austin had carried around since he saw the look of horror on his father's face finally melted away when he stepped into his penthouse.
• From the entrance hall, he had a clear view of the open-plan living area, and there, he saw something that made his heart flutter. In the blue and white glow of the TV light was Marybeth lying on the couch, strands of her long red hair draped over the armrest.
• His feet moved of their own accord and carried him forward, finally stopping in front of the couch, where he stood for some time, gazing at Marybeth's sleeping form.