FMAbbey

When billionaire tycoon Philip Caldwell dies unexpectedly, his greedy and power-hungry family gathers to claim their piece of his vast fortune. But imagine their shock when his will is read, revealing that everything—his estate, his companies, his billions—has been left to his young caregiver, 23-year-old Astrid Bennett.  

With her newly found unimaginable wealth Astrid becomes the target of Philip’s vengeful family, who will stop at nothing to take back what they believe is rightfully theirs. With no allies and danger lurking in the shadows, Astrid’s only hope lies in Cole Donovan, her mysterious and fiercely protective bodyguard.  

Haunted by his own troubled past, Cole has sworn to keep Astrid safe, no matter the cost. But as the threats grow and duty gives way to desire, Astrid must decide if she can trust the one man willing to risk everything for her—or if her inheritance will cost her life.

Overnight Heiress

An ambulance was called, and Asher was rushed to the hospital. Most of the family members went with him, their faces pale with worry.

I barely paid attention to the hushed conversations or the judgmental glances thrown in Cole's direction. Instead, I grabbed his wrist and pulled him along, leading him upstairs to my room.

Once inside, I shut the door behind us, blocking out the rest of the world. Cole stood there, silent, his fists still clenched, blood smeared across his knuckles.

I turned to Alfred, the butler, who had followed us up. "Can you bring me a first aid kit?"

"Of course, Miss Caldwell," Alfred replied with a nod before disappearing down the hall.

Cole exhaled sharply. "Astrid, I don't need a—"

He looked at me, and for a moment, neither of us said anything.

A few minutes later, Alfred returned with the kit. He handed it to me with a polite nod. "Will that be all, Miss Caldwell?"

Chapter 27