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."

just any place. The Emporium was part of Sartori Corporation, a high-end shopping haven boasting the

one of Claire's most cherished assets, not because it was the most valuable, but because

The Emporium was a 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

it's too much, forget it. I don't

me; I should get

to leave, clearly not open to

the door, Claire called

but didn't turn

with anger.. "Fine, have

tomore

The Emporium

of tomorrow, it's

smile, still not turning

of The Garden. Just make sure to pick him up." With that,

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