Emily’s POV Startled, I turned to find Victor Sterling standing before me, his expression inscrutable as he regarded me with a piercing gaze. "Mr. Sterling," I replied, my voice betraying me. I didn’t want him to notice the unease I felt at his unexpected visit. "What brings you here?" He stepped forward, his presence filled the whole area with an almost palpable intensity. "I couldn't help but notice your… association with Alexander Blackwood," he said, his tone laced with contempt. I squared my shoulders, refusing to let his disdain affect me. He was supposed to help me to unravel his secrets, and yet, here he was, telling me that I should not be talking to Alexander. "And what of it?" I asked, meeting his gaze head-on. Victor's lips twisted into a sardonic smile. "I think you know exactly what I'm talking about, Miss Carter. You've been poking around in places you shouldn't be, asking questions that could get you killed." I gulped and felt a chill run down
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