Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 504



"Nadine..."

Bryant's voice lingered over her name, as if tasting the syllables for the first time.

Nadine couldn't bring herself to meet his piercing gaze, fearing that her facade would crumble under the weight of his scrutiny. Then, Bryant chuckled —a sound that sent shivers down her spine-and demanded, "Who sent you?"

It was clear to Bryant that she was a pawn, sent by someone with a hidden agenda-a play for profit, because in his world, nobody made a move without an incentive.

Nadine hadn't expected Bryant to be so astute, to see right through her with barely a glance. Her face paled as she took a deep breath and repeated the lie she had prepared.

"I'm just here on a part-time job. Nobody sent me..."

"Miss White."

a cigarette dangling between his lips as he leaned forward, his jawline sharp against the dimly lit room. His voice was a low growl, "Since you're here, you know who I am. Anything your backer can find on me, I can find on them. Anything they can offer you, I can match. Let's just say, I'm known for not playing nice when I'm crossed. So, if you don't start talking, my patience will run thin." Hearing this, Nadine felt a cold sweat break out. She bit her lip, weighing her options before deciding

with no other choice

truth; someone like Bryant could easily uncover any secret.

immediately placing the name,

"Brother..."

plotting revenge on Alaric, reluctantly spoke up, "That's my cousin's

he'd be bold enough

knew Bryant was a force to be reckoned with, fiercely protective of those close to him. Crossing him, especially using someone from his

a stand-in for someone Bryant once held dear, chosen

cigarette, not acknowledging York's input, and turned to Nadine, "Where's

trap without

"Probably

command, left and returned shortly, dragging Alaric by the collar and tossing him to the floor with a solid kick. Nadine recoiled at the violence, watching Alaric