Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 871

"...No way," Jonah said. "From what we heard earlier, Sophie likely relapsed on our new drug. Once you try it, you're hooked for good, especially if it's a relapse."

"You're right." Odie picked up the newspaper again. "Sophie's just bluffing. She's too proud to admit she can't kick the habit and too ashamed to ask for help. So, she's taking the easy way out by coming back on her own."

"Good point, boss."

"Let her stew for a bit. If she asks to see me, tell her I'm busy."

"Got it."

Jonah left the room.

By 8 p.m., the kitchen had prepared dinner and delivered it to Sophie's room.

Sophie watched the spread of dishes on the cart and nodded in approval.

Salmon tartare, cherry foie gras, filet mignon, creamy corn soup...

here's

and a

course, Mrs. Costello. We'll get that

left, and Jonah, who had seen everything from the doorway, scowled and stopped her. "Who told

The maid was taken aback. "Wasn't it Mr.

"Leave."

"Sure."

back, Sophie had already started on her

"The Minton family's chef is quite good. Came over from

you're a prisoner.

brought me into the Minton home that I was a distinguished guest. And distinguished guests, naturally, get

want to see

necessary. I was just thinking that the maid, Polly, who served me

you wish,

you've locked all the doors and windows. It shouldn't be a problem to have

a deep breath and said, "We can arrange