Chapter 599 Launching a Sneak Attack


    Grace tensed under Brodie''s touch, and she stole a quick nce at Xander.


    "Xan is really nice, but he can be so stubborn," she confided, her eyes reddening.


    "Is that a problem?" Brodie asked.


    "Of course it is. Since we were children, he''s always prioritized my well-being over his own. I just


    wish he could live his life to the fullest too," Grace replied, her thoughts drifting back in time.


    Xander had willingly stepped aside and allowed her to marry Benjamin. And now he had put himself


    in harm''s way to save her.


    Grace was consumed with remorse and guilt as she reflected on the sacrifices he had made.


    Understanding the weight on her shoulders from her words, Xander clenched his fists and dered,


    "I''m content as long as you''re happy."


    Hearing that, Grace sadly closed her eyes. She had known that Xander would never let her go.


    As Brodie warily observed the scenery outside, he was reminded of something from their


    conversation.


    He asked, "The Lewis family has three sons. Which brother are you?"


    "I''m the second brother," Xander replied.


    Aaron had stepped into the limelight by assuming control of the family business, while Caleb had


    achieved worldwide fame as a celebrity. That left Victor, who rarely showed himself in public, the


    perfect choice for Xander''s disguise.


    Plus, Brodie had no time to verify Xander''s ims amidst the looming threat.


    As the car fell into silence once more, Xander unexpectedly spoke up. "Once we return, you''re not


    allowed to make any public appearances. Especially not with Benjamin."


    Grace was taken aback by his sudden demand. Xander wasn''t known for making such derations,


    but she quickly discerned his intentions.


    "Why? Benjamin isn''t that bad," she countered.


    "As a lover, he offers nomitments; as your boss, he bears no responsibility. He''s not worthy of


    you," Xander exined.


    "But I love him! That''s all that matters!" Grace argued, her exasperation pushing her to confront


    Xander while disregarding the dagger threatening her life.


    Xander scoffed, dismissing her words. "Don''t be a child. You can''t feed yourself with love."


    Defiant, Grace shouted, "I don''t care! I''m marrying him!"


    Brodie watched in bewilderment as the two engaged in a heated exchange. Frustrated, he swung


    the dagger through the air and yelled, "That''s enough! Both of you, shut up!"


    In that moment, Xander swiftly disarmed Brodie. He knocked the dagger out of Brodie''s hand and


    restrained him in a wristlock.


    "Get down, Grace!" Xander ordered.


    "Fuck! You dare to sneak up on me?" Brodie groaned in pain.


    No matter how prepared he thought he had been, he hadn''t been ready for a surprise attack.


    Witnessing the chaos, Mario panicked and swerved the car off course. Taking the cue, the waiting


    ambush team swiftly emerged from their hiding spots and brought the cars to a halt.


    In an instant, a brilliant light enveloped the entire scene.


    Reacting quickly, Grace leaned over and reached for the center console. She then pressed a button


    to unlock the door.


    "Come on, Xander!" she urgently shouted.


    All content is ? N0velDrama.Org.


    In response, Xander pushed Brodie aside, securing Grace in a protective embrace before leaping


    out of the car.


    The twonded with a heavy thud on the concrete road, rolling for a few turns beforeing to a


    stop.


    Xander''s body bore bruises and scratches, though he suppressed a grunt and maintained a


    protective hold on Grace. She, on the other hand, emerged unscathed from their tumble.


    Hurriedly getting to her feet, Grace checked Xander''s injuries. "Oh my god, Xander! Are you hurt


    anywhere?"


    Xander winced in pain before holding her hand andforting her. "I''m fine. Just some scratches."


    "Do you realize how dangerous that was? If you hadn''t caught Brodie off guard, he could''ve stabbed


    you to death!" Grace kneeled by his side and wailed. The terrifying scene lingered in her mind.


    With a gentle smile, Xander wiped away her tears and said, "But I''m alright, aren''t I?"


    Now that the police had surrounded the criminals, it was their turn to take control of the situation.


    Still, Grace couldn''t shake off her fear. "What if I misinterpreted your intentions and put you in


    danger? How could I ever face Aunt Hestia and tell her the truth?"


    "You wouldn''t have. You''re a smart woman, Gracie. I was sure that you''d understand," Xander


    assured firmly, his eyes shining brighter than the stars in the sky.