He spread his hands innocently, "Let's call it an act of goodwill. Besides, it's better if the person who actually owns the Kingsley estate knows she does. It'll make things easier later."
"Easier? For what? I did not even want to stay here anymore." This was the truth.
He didn't answer right away, just looked at me for a long, quiet moment. It was the kind of stare that made me feel like he was reading every thought that crossed my mind.
Finally, he said after a while, "You will see soon enough, but for now, let's just say this. You have got more leverage than you think, Elena. Against your husband, your family… even me."
I hated how calm he was.
I hated how part of me believed him.
My hands were trembling slightly as I closed the folder.
For a long moment, I didn't speak. My head was full of questions, anger, and the taste of betrayal still raw on my tongue.
