Chapter 909

Heavy footsteps approached them. Alarmed, Steven stood in defense of Bella and Linny, his fists clenching and his muscles bulging under his suit. Linny was scared stiff, but Bella kept her composure. As her eyes fixated on the three men, Bella held Linny tighter in her arms. The leader of the group was Winston. Bella had been around the block before. She could tell from a quick once-over that the man was no pushover. “Who are you?” Steven hissed through clenched teeth. Tilting his head, Winston looked past Steven to stare at Bella. His voice was flat. “You must be Ms. Thompson.” “I am Bella Thompson.” Bella was the one and only. “Oh, you’re as pretty as they say.” Winston grinned sinisterly. “Shame that it won’t be for long.” Bella gritted her teeth as rage consumed her. The man sure was cocky. “Do you work for Shannon? Did she send you to kill me?” Bella showed no fear. “Ms. Thompson, you could’ve enjoyed your little life of privilege, but you had to mess wi