Unraveling Secrets

Daniel’s POV

I stood in my office, gripping the letter Emma had shown me. Its vague threat echoed in my mind. “You don’t know the whole truth. Be careful.” Who could have sent this? My thoughts immediately turned to my uncle, a man capable of such tactics.

I dialed his number, pacing the room as I waited for him to pick up. "Daniel, what a surprise," he greeted, his voice dripping with false warmth.

"Did you send this?" I cut to the chase, not in the mood for pleasantries.

There was a pause. "Send what?"

"A letter. To Emma. Warning her about something she doesn’t know," I said, my voice tight with anger.

He chuckled softly, a sound that sent chills down my spine. "No, Daniel. That wasn’t me. But it's interesting you thought of me first."

"Who else could it be? You've been trying to undermine me for years," I retorted.

"True, but I prefer more direct methods," he replied. "Speaking of which, have you reconsidered my offer about the lands’ arrangements?"

I clenched my ja