The stern expression on Fermin's face scared Liza.

He flicked her forehead and said, "The Illuminati has nothing to do with you. Forget whatever you heard and don't mention it ever again."

"Are you involved with them or not?" She grabbed his sleeve and whined, "If you don't tell me, I won't be able to sleep. And if I can't sleep, I'll bug you until you spill."

"Silly girl," Fermin sighed, leading her into the estate. "The Illuminati is just a stepping stone for me. With its support, we'll be free from worries. The decade- long problem will also..."

His voice trailed off, and Liza didn't catch the last part.

"What are you talking about? Our family is loaded and respected," she said, puzzled. "What problem could we possibly have?"

Fermin didn't want to continue with that topic. "Alright, you've asked enough questions today. The hot bath is ready. Go relax and get some sleep. While you're here with me, you can go anywhere you want, but you can't contact Debra and her people."

"Fermin..."

"No bargaining."

"Miss Eaton, your bath is

face at Fermin. "Fine. But once I've had some sleep, I'll ask you again. No way you'll keep this a

eyebrow. "I'm so scared. Bring it on and see if you get a single word

"Fermin..."

"Go upstairs."

was over. Liza

to contact Debra and share their location. That was the only way to stop Fermin from doing something

Debra

a month that Liza had reached out, but Debra

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