William's Mixed Feelings

Ava wanted to reach out to place a comforting hand on his shoulder, her eyes filled with understanding. However, she remembered that William wouldn't like it. 

"I'm not suggesting that we compromise his safety. I promise we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure he's safe. You can hire bodyguards to—"

"No!"

William looked at Ava, seeing her sincerity and conviction. She cared deeply for Lukas and wanted the best for him. The thought of Lukas having a more typical childhood had its appeal, but William couldn't shake his fears.

"I just don't want anything to happen to him," William confessed, his voice filled with concern.

Ava nodded, acknowledging his worry. "I understand your fears, William, and I share them. But I—"

"I will have an online meeting in five minutes. We will discuss it further … later. For now, just do your job as we already agreed to."