Chapter 7

My brother's eyes found mine, a flicker of regret crossing his features. "I'm sorry you had to see that, Ava. But I won't tolerate even a grain of disrespect toward my sister. Not from anyone."

The words caught in my throat as I stared at the pristine floor where moments ago a man had bled out. The cleanup crew had worked with frightening efficiency, not a trace remained of what had happened.

"Who..." My voice cracked. I swallowed hard and tried again. "Who are you? What is all this, Liam?"

A quiet chuckle came from behind me. I turned to…