Star: Take 3

Chapter 17

MS. CARLOTTA POV

As Alex and I walked into the house, laughing and chatting about our day, I noticed Cassie sitting on the couch, her eyes were wide with fear, and her hands were trembling. "Hey, Cassie, what's wrong?" I asked, concerned. "Somebody keeps calling me and hanging up," she replied, her voice trembling slightly.

I sat down beside her, wrapping my arm around her shoulders. I wanted to shield her from whatever was out there. "Did you recognize the voice?" I asked. Cassie shook her head, then suddenly broke down, her sobs muffled by her hands. "It has to be Xander... I just know it," she managed to say between cries. The mention of Xander's name made my blood boil.

I held her tighter, my protective instincts kicking in full force. "Listen to me, Cassie. As long as I'm alive, he will never hurt you again. I promise you that," I said firmly. Cassie leaned into me, her body trembling. "I won't let that man terrorize my family anymore. It's time to end this, once and for all," I said, more to myself than to anyone else. Cassie nodded, wiping away her tears. As Alex quietly excused herself, giving us space, my mind raced with plans. I found a private security firm and scheduled a meeting for the following day.

As I walked into the headquarters of the private security firm, my mind was all over the place. The events of the past few months had left their mark, and I was not about to let anyone I cared about get hurt again. The shooting at Alex and Derek's wedding was a wake-up call I couldn't ignore. Cassie recieving mysterious calls was the icing on the cake, I had to get extra protection.

The receptionist led me to a conference room where William, the head of the security firm, was waiting. He stood as I entered, his presence commanding yet reassuring. "Ms. Carlotta Brown, it's an honor to meet you," he said, extending his hand. "Thank you, William," I replied, shaking his hand firmly. "I appreciate you meeting with me on such short notice."

"Of course," he nodded, gesturing for me to take a seat. "I understand you're looking for protection for your group Take 3 and your sister, Cassie."

"That's right," I confirmed, settling into the chair. "Things have been... chaotic, to say the least. Simone is in rehab, and I want to ensure her safety when she gets out. Star and Alex are constantly in the public eye, and after the wedding incident, I can't take any risks. And Cassie... she's been getting these calls."

William listened intently, his eyes never leaving mine. "We can definitely provide the comprehensive security you're looking for. I've put together a team I think will suit your needs." He clicked a button, and the screen behind him lit up with profiles of the security personnel. "First, there's Enzo," William began, pointing to a profile of a robust man with an intense gaze. "He's an expert in personal protection, especially in high-risk environments. He'll be great for public events and personal details."

Next, he introduced Robert, a tech-savvy security expert who specialized in surveillance and electronic security. "Robert will ensure that all your locations are monitored and secure. He's also skilled in counter-surveillance, which will help with the mysterious calls Cassie has been receiving."

Then there was Cane, a former Navy Seal with a strategic mind, perfect for coordinating security logistics and ensuring that all movements were safe and planned out meticulously. "Damien," William continued, "is also a former Navy Seal. He's a negotiation and threat assessment specialist. If there's any hint of danger or if a situation escalates, he's the man who can de-escalate and handle crisis negotiations."