Chapter 30

Inside the sterile corridor of the hospital, Tariq stood by the observation window. Ibrahim Calloway remained a respectful half-step behind him, his medical charts tucked under one arm. Through the glass, Rana lay in the recovery room, safe and unconscious, her breathing steady after the ordeal at Al-Nujoom Club. "The situation with Layla's surgery is manageable," Ibrahim said, his voice low as he adjusted his glasses. "I have spent half a month researching her specific condition. Given the...