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."

place. The Emporium was part of Sartori Corporation, a high-end shopping haven boasting the world's top luxury brands. It

it was the most valuable, but

came to me? I've turned it into

calm. "If it's too much, forget

for me; I

clearly

as he reached the door, Claire called

stopped but didn't

anger.. "Fine, have

tomore

The Emporium

tomorrow, it's

curled into a faint smile, still not turning to face her. "Thanks,

the transfer's done tomorrow, Barrett will be sent to the entrance of The Garden. Just make sure to

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