C4 Your request?

Just as a man moved closer to Cecilia, Nicki Ramos swiftly intervened, blocking the individual from touching her as if shielding her from harm, leaving Japheth visibly surprised. The manager's expression betrayed his fear, indicating that trouble was imminent.

Japheth's gaze drifted to the ladder left behind by the intruder, and he surveyed the scene with growing anger, piecing together what had transpired. Dismissing the man attempting to assist Cecilia, he lifted her gently into his arms, with Nicki trailing behind like a loyal companion.

With purposeful strides, Japheth carried Cecilia from the bar to his car, their movements synchronized in a manner that could be mistaken for a family unit in slow motion.