CHAPTER 223

The new team took over. Alex Brovitch introduced himself and asked if we could sit down and talk.

“What is it you’re looking for in a security detail?” he asked after we settled.

He was nothing like Brack. Whereas Brack was large with an imposing presence, this guy would fit in just about anywhere. He looked to be in his early forties, but it was hard to tell. His dark brown eyes were direct. He didn’t smile or look like he had any sense of humor at all. My gut twisted with regret. “I want you to stay in the background. I need to train and I need my privacy.”

“Mr. Jacobs provided your file. Is there anything you wish to add?” Still no smile. This guy was all business.

I could just imagine what was in the file. I refused to ask. “No, I’m sure Mr. Jacobs’ records cover everything. He’s quite thorough.” In bed with every inch of my body, I thought with a heavy heart. Another twist tightened my belly before I thought of something else. “Do you have any information on the condition of the