Whispers in Secret

28- Capture James

As they pulled up to the cabin, the sight before them was chaotic. Through the dim light spilling from the windows, Ella and the others could see James pacing around the living room, his fists clenched. He was throwing furniture, shouting in frustration. "I let her get away! How could I let this happen?" he yelled, his voice echoing off the walls.

Lucien's expression hardened as he assessed the situation. "Blake," he said, keeping his voice low and steady, "stay with Ella. Make sure she's safe. Don't let her out of your sight."

Blake nodded, his body tense with anticipation. "I've got her," he said, positioning himself protectively beside Ella.

Lucien turned to Emilio and the men, his demeanor shifting from concerned protector to cold strategist. "We need to move in quietly. If he's in that state, he could be dangerous. Let's take him by surprise."

Emilio gestured for the men to follow. "Remember, we don't know what he's armed with. Stay alert."

They approached the cabin stealthily, each step deliberate as they positioned themselves around the entrance. Lucien motioned for everyone to stop as he listened for any signs of movement inside. The sound of glass shattering echoed from within, a reminder of James's escalating rage.

"On three," Lucien whispered, glancing at Emilio, who was ready at his side. "One... two... three!"

With a swift motion, Lucien kicked the door open, crashing into the living room. The noise startled James, and he spun around, eyes wide with shock. "What the hell-"

"James!" Lucien shouted, stepping forward. "You're done."

James's face contorted in anger as he reached for a nearby lamp, ready to use it as a weapon. "You think you can just come in here and take me down? I'll kill her, I swear!"

But before he could make a move, Emilio and the other men sprang into action. They quickly subdued him, wrestling him to the ground as he struggled against them. Lucien stood over him, his expression a mix of fury and determination. "You're not going to hurt Ella anymore."

In the distance, Ella watched from the doorway, heart racing, as the confrontation unfolded. Blake stood beside her, his hand resting on her shoulder. "You okay?" he asked softly, concern etched on his face.

Ella nodded, though she felt a mix of fear and adrenaline coursing through her veins. "I just want this to be over."

As James continued to fight against the men holding him down, Lucien's voice grew cold. "You should have thought about the consequences before you decided to target her."

James laughed, a bitter sound. "You think this is over? You think I'm scared of you?"

Emilio tightened his grip on James, pinning him down. "You should be. We won't let you get away with this."

With James under control, Lucien turned back to Ella, who was still standing at the entrance. "Ella," he called softly, his eyes locking onto hers, "are you alright?"

Seeing the worry in his gaze made her heart swell. She stepped closer, her voice steady. "I'm okay now. Thanks to you."

Lucien's expression softened, but the tension was still palpable. "Let's get him out of here. We need to make sure he can't hurt anyone ever again."

As they secured James, Ella felt a sense of relief wash over her. With Lucien and his men by her side, she knew they would put an end to this nightmare once and for all.

As they pulled up to the lavish estate, the tension from the earlier confrontation slowly began to dissipate. Lucien glanced at Ella, who sat beside him in the SUV, her face reflecting a mixture of relief and lingering anxiety. Blake, seated in the back, was already on his phone, making calls to ensure everything was secured at the bar and to check on the men who had assisted in Ella's rescue.