Claire tightened her grip on her wine glass. "What are you planning to do with him?"

Connor leaned back, unfazed. "Didn't you always say I was born a bad seed? I've just picked up a few tricks from you, sis. Compared to you, I'm not even close to being ruthless." Claire let out a dry laugh. "You truly are a devil at heart."

"If you think I am, then maybe I am. Wouldn't want to disappoint your training and expectations."

"What exactly do you plan to do with Barrett?"

"Relax, I'm not going to kill him. I'm a businessman; I know how to get the most out of him."

Claire couldn't quite read Connor's intentions.

Their eyes locked in a silent battle.

Finally, Claire sighed, "Alright, what's your price?"

Connor didn't miss a beat. "I want The Emporium."

Corporation, a high-end shopping haven boasting the world's

not because it was the most valuable,

complete disaster when it came to me? I've turned it into the world's top shopping destination. It's like my child. Do you think

too much, forget it. I

for me; I should

to leave, clearly not open

door, Claire called

but didn't

voice trembled with anger.. "Fine, have

tomore

The Emporium

of tomorrow, it's a

a faint smile, still not turning to

be sent to the entrance of The Garden. Just make sure to pick him up."

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