DianaEddie's voice sliced through the silence like a sharp blade as he leaned in close, glaring at me with hatred.“You better quit playing these little games, Lila,” he hissed. “Get that fucking document, or I'll make sure your charade comes crashing down.”Lifting my head, I gave him the performance he wanted. I hid my fists behind my back, but I kept my eyes wide and forced a shaky breath.“I...I will,” I stammered, holding the perfect picture of intimidation. Inside, I was so close to strangling him.Satisfied, he stepped back, and his smile widened. “Good. Make sure you do, because if Asher finds out what you've been up to before I tell him, it will be your neck on the line, not mine.”Turning on his heel, his boots echoed against the floor as he walked away. I waited until he disappeared around the corner before exhaling the breath I didn’t realize I was holding. My shoulders sagged as I leaned against the wall.Girl, you are playing with fire, and it's only a matter of time be
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